CROIX CARDINALE ST EMILION 750ML

Château Croix Cardinale Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a structured and elegant red wine from the Saint-Émilionappellation in Bordeaux.

Description

Appearance

Deep ruby to garnet color, often with purple reflections when young.

Nose (aroma)

Complex and expressive, showing:

1. Dark fruits such as black cherry, plum, and blackberry
2. Notes of cassis and raspberry
3. Spicy hints (pepper, herbs)
4. Subtle touches of mocha, chocolate, or toasted oak
5. Earthy and mineral nuances (graphite, wet stone)

Palate

1. Medium to full-bodied
2. Smooth yet structured with fine-grained tannins
3. Layers of ripe black fruit balanced by freshness
4. Silky texture with a solid backbone
5. Long, elegant finish with mineral and slightly spicy notes

Grape composition

Typically a blend of:

1. Merlot (dominant)
2. Cabernet Franc
3. Sometimes Cabernet Sauvignon

This combination gives both richness (Merlot) and structure with freshness (Cabernets).

Style and character

Château Croix Cardinale stands out for:

1. A balance between ripe fruit and freshness
2. Polished tannins and aging potential (often 10–15+ years)
3. A modern Saint-Émilion style combining power, elegance, and minerality

Overall impression

It is a refined Bordeaux red with depth and complexity, offering rich fruit, smooth tannins, and a long, structured finish—ideal both for aging and for pairing with food such as beef, lamb, or game.