Chateau Boyd Cantenac Vintage 1999

Chateau Boyd Cantenac Vintage 1999A wine with an inconsistent history, although it has had the same owners since the 1930's. An estate with no actual chateau, the wines are vilified at Chateau Pouget which is under the same ownership. Typical blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc. 75cl Bottle. Abv% not stated. Bottle condition, capsule good, label complete bin soiled, wine level in neck Producer Notes This was a precocious vintage, with a hot and wet spring.

This wine produced by Helene Seillan had its first vintage in 2009

Many layers of incredible wine

Initial aromas transition from earthy forest floor to leather/liquorice

A claaicaly structured wine with fine tannins and great ageing potential

but other game works well

A true garage wine

2007 this 1999 vintage has become one of our personal favourites with a bouquet of truly great finesse

20 percent Sangiovese and 5 percent Cabernet Franc

relying on the skill of the winemaker

Bought in 1964 and for many years growing grapes for neighbouring wineries

it has long been considered one of the region’s very best crus

Venison and rich vegetarian dishes