# Chateau Patache D'Aux (2017)

- **Producer:** Antoine Moueix Properties
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
- **Region:** Bordeaux, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €75
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** plum, blackcurrant, black cherry, violet, blackberry, vanilla, cedar, cloves, leather, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

Château Patache D'Aux 2017 is a red wine from the AOC Médoc in Bordeaux, France, holding the Cru Bourgeois classification. Owned by Antoine Moueix Properties, the estate boasts a history stretching back to the 17th century, with its name derived from historical stagecoaches and maritime customs vessels. The vineyard, located in the northern Médoc communes of Bégadan and Saint-Christoly-Médoc, is planted on clay-limestone plateaus and a distinctive limestone hill, contributing to the wine's character. The 2017 vintage is noted for its freshness and floral notes, linked to this unique terroir.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Patache' refers to historical stagecoaches and customs vessels.
- Vine age at the estate averages around 39 years.
- The vineyard is certified HVE-3 (High Environmental Value Level 3).
- The estate is situated in the northernmost part of Bordeaux's Médoc region.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and structured tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of proteins like lamb and beef, while its fruit notes can harmonize with earthy flavors found in mushrooms and root vegetables. The balanced acidity helps to cut through richer dishes, cleansing the palate.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process at Château Patache D'Aux involves fermentation in temperature-controlled vats, utilizing a combination of wood, stainless steel, and cement. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 to 16 months, with a portion of new oak barrels alongside used ones, and potentially in concrete tanks. The estate's viticultural practices are guided by a philosophy focused on expressing the unique terroir, with a commitment to environmental standards including HVE-3 certification and a reported dedication to biodynamics.