La Salle de Chateau Poujeaux Moulis 2017
We have 2 in stock (Inventory is live and accurate)
The Land
Located in the Moulis-en-Médoc sub-appellation of Haut-Médoc, Château Poujeaux is situated on the left bank of the Gironde in Bordeaux, a region famed for its gravelly soils and maritime climate. The estate’s vineyards lie on the prized Günz gravel soils of the Grand-Poujeaux rise, offering exceptional drainage and heat retention, ideal for ripening Bordeaux’s noble varietals. The temperate climate, moderated by the nearby estuary, fosters a balanced growing season, yielding grapes of remarkable depth and complexity.
The Wine
La Salle de Château Poujeaux, the estate’s second wine, is crafted with the same care as its grand vin. The 2017 vintage is a blend of 52% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 11% Cabernet Franc, showcasing the estate’s commitment to balance and elegance. Aged for 12 months in barrels previously used for the grand vin, this wine marries accessibility with sophistication. On the nose, it reveals notes tobacco, vanilla, and black fruits like blackberry and plum. The palate is smooth and polished, with supple tannins, layered fruit, and hints of earth and spice, leading to a long, harmonious finish.
The People
Château Poujeaux, owned by the Cuvelier family since 2008, is a landmark estate in Moulis-en-Médoc, known for its exceptional quality and history. La Salle de Château Poujeaux continues this legacy of excellence as the second wine of the estate, offering a more approachable yet equally expressive snapshot of the esteemed terroir of Bordeaux at an incredible value!
Food Pairings
Vegetarian:
Vegetable Wellington with Mushroom Duxelles
The wine’s dark fruit and earthy tobacco notes pair exquisitely with a flaky puff pastry filled with roasted vegetables and a rich mushroom duxelles. The savory depth of the mushrooms highlights the wine’s subtle oak and herbaceous qualities, while the roasted vegetables and buttery crust are balanced by its vibrant acidity and refined tannins.
Classic Bordeaux Pairing:
Duck Breast with Cherry Reduction
The La Salle’s dark fruit notes and velvety tannins are a natural complement to the richness of seared duck breast. The cherry reduction mirrors the wine’s fruit profile, while the wine’s structure cuts through the fat of the meat, creating a harmonious and elegant pairing.
Rustic and Hearty:
Prime Rib with horseradish
The robust flavors of a roasted ribeye pair perfectly with the wine’s Cabernet Sauvignon backbone, offering layers of blackcurrant, spice, and subtle smokiness. The horseradish sauce adds a tangy spicy flavor, enhancing the wine’s herbal and earthy undertones for a classic, satisfying match.
We ship wine to most states with a $100 minimum order for shipping. We don't ship spirits nor beer.
Weather shipping advisory: Orders placed during times of extreme heat or extreme cold will be held for no charge until more favorable weather returns.
The Bordeaux wine region, an emblem of vinicultural prestige, is bisected by the Gironde Estuary into the Left and Right Banks, each celebrated for distinct styles shaped by their unique terroirs. The Left Bank is renowned for its structured, Cabernet Sauvignon-led blends, while the Right Bank favors the softer, Merlot-dominated wines. This region is also the birthplace of the luscious, sweet wines of Sauternes. Bordeaux's time-honored blend and winemaking techniques have inspired countless wine regions around the globe, setting a benchmark for the wine world.
Bordeaux
Cabernet Sauvignon, originally hailing from Bordeaux, France, has triumphantly spread to become a cornerstone of vineyards worldwide, achieving particular renown in Napa Valley. This versatile grape variety adapts to a broad spectrum of climates, producing full-bodied wines that are rich in black cherry and blackcurrant flavors, with layered complexities of oak and spice. The grape's success in regions like Napa Valley is a testament to its global adaptability, where it benefits from the optimal blend of warm days and cool nights, coupled with diverse soil types, to express a unique balance of power and elegance that pays homage to its Bordeaux origins.
