Chateau Le Dome Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé 2007 côtes-de-francs From vines averaging 45 years

From vines averaging 45 years old planted in red silty clay soil over limestone base with a warmer west facing exposition

This is the first area south from the town of Beaune

A wine of contrasting elements – equal measures of dark seductive plum fruit and lifted ethereal floral aromas combine to give an aroma profile that beguiles the senses and demands lengthy contemplation

green-tinged silver

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Chateau Le Dome Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé 2007 côtes-de-francs From vines averaging 45 yearsThe palate is opulent and full bodied with spicy black fruits, saturated tannins and a texture so smooth you could slide down it. The production of Le Dome is not large at around 1,000 cases. What little exists, however is made with no expense spared in the pursuit of excellence.