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Ripening is a complex process that gradually transforms the composition of the berry. From véraison, when red grapes begin to change colour, sugars produced through photosynthesis accumulate in the berries. At the same time, acidity evolves: malic acid in particular decreases as the grapes ripen, while tartaric acid remains comparatively more stable.

Contrary to popular belief, barbecue is not only about bold red wines. Modern BBQ embraces fresh seafood, colourful vegetables, grilled poultry and vibrant salads, creating endless opportunities for food and wine pairings.

The limestone found throughout the Saint-Émilion area dates back to the Oligocene period, around 30 million years ago. Its porous structure absorbs winter rainfall and gradually releases moisture back to the vines during the growing season.

Building a wine collection doesn't require a dedicated cellar, an unlimited budget, or decades of experience. The best collections are not necessarily the largest—they are the ones that reflect your personal taste and evolve over time.

Bordeaux Clairet has always existed in between. Deeper and more structured than a rosé, yet fresher and more fluid than a traditional red, it occupies a space that has long been difficult to define. And perhaps that is precisely what makes it so interesting at the table.

Barreling is one of the most defining stages in the life of a fine wine. In Bordeaux, it is not just a technical step, but part of a long historical continuity that has shaped the region’s identity and its wines.

When people think of Bordeaux red wine, they often imagine classic pairings: roasted lamb, grilled beef, aged cheeses. But a Merlot-led Bordeaux without oak behaves differently. That is precisely what makes Lyra 2022 such an interesting wine at the table. Crafted from 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and aged for 18 months in stainless steel rather than oak barrels, Lyra keeps its fruit vivid and direct. Its nose opens on blackberry, blackcurrant and plum, edged with li

Some pairings feel almost inevitable, as if they were made for one another. A pistachio-crusted rack of lamb, crisp on the outside and tender at the center, finds a perfect partner in Astéria Rouge 2020 from Château Latour-Monplaisir.

At the heart of Château Latour-Monplaisir, our Bordeaux wine estate, stands a symbol that has endured through the centuries: the phoenix.