Talbot 1976 - Saint-Julien

Château Talbot 1976 - Saint-Julien

Presentation of the domain:

Château Talbot is located in the commune of Saint-Julien, in the Médoc. This estate has a rich history, dating back to 1648, when it was established by John Talbot, Earl of Shrewsbury. Since then, the estate has been extended and modernised, whilst retaining its original charm and character. The vineyard covers 110 hectares in one piece, planted mainly with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Château Talbot is ranked fourth grand cru in the 1855 classification.

The estate is recognized for the regularity and quality of its vintages.

The estate produces three wines:

- Château Talbot: the estate's first wine, aged in barrels for fifteen months in 50% new barrels.

- Le Connétable de Talbot: second wine from younger vines than the first wine is aged 12 months in barrels.

- Le Caillou Blanc: atypical white wine for the Médoc because stemming from Cordier's desire to replant white vines in Saint-Julien, it is aged in barrels for nine months then on lees

The 1976 vintage:

The 1976 vintage in Saint-Julien was characterized by contrasting climatic conditions. Despite a hot summer, the rains were abundant in September, which influenced the ripening of the grapes. The winemakers had to be selective in the harvest to obtain high quality grapes. The result is a vintage that offers wines with good structure and refreshing acidity. Talbot gets the excellent score of 86 Parker points which, for the time, is excellent.

Food and wine :

Château Talbot 1976 is a wine that goes perfectly with roast meat dishes, such as grilled fillet of beef or lamb with herbs. The rich flavors and elegant tannins of the wine combine harmoniously with the textures and aromas of these dishes.

Wuat's opinion: We have already had the chance to taste this vintage of Talbot in blind tasting and, we have "planted" ourselves by more than 10 years in the estimation of the vintage. Talbots from the Cordier era never seem to get old.

By filling out this form we ask ourselves if we have ever been really disappointed by a Talbot. And the answer is no! Talbot is the lifeline of the taster, the wine that will please everyone in all circumstances. Any lover of Bordeaux, what am I saying, of wine, must have at least one in the cellar, ready to be tasted.