Arthus D’Olivey, Pessac-Leognan

Key characteristics:

Arthus D’Olivey, Pessac-Leognan is a luxurious red Bordeaux wine, hailing from an appellation with an ancient winemaking history dating back to the Romans. This wine embodies the unique qualities of Pessac-Léognan, a region celebrated for its diverse mosaic of soils and microclimates. The terroir is distinguished by its “graves de Bordeaux” – an inimitable blend of gravel, rolled pebbles, flint, and various small stones, enriched with clay, sand, and limestone. The wine offers a rich taste, smooth tannins, and a long, confident finish.

Tasting Notes:

• Variety: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Appearance: Intense purple red
• Aroma: A lovely nose of red fruits marked by cherry, concentrated red fruits, spicy and toasted
• Taste: Fairly supple structure, with a nice balance. Mellow and silky tannins, showing beautiful freshness on the finish.
• Region: Pessac-Leognan, France, a prestigious Bordeaux appellation. The region’s terroir is characterized by its unique gravelly soils, influenced by the nearby Atlantic Ocean and protected by the Landes forest, contributing to the wine’s distinctive character.
• Pairing: Excellent with meat courses such as veal fillet and chanterelles, grilled chicken, pork chop, duck confit, or lamb chops. It also harmonizes beautifully with fish like pan-fried salmon steak with red wine sauce, or cheeses such as Camembert.

Overall impression:

This wine offers an elegant and sophisticated experience, reflecting a celebration of meticulous craftsmanship. With its rich taste, smooth tannins, and confident finish, it’s a testament to the exceptional quality of Pessac-Leognan.

Extra notes:

• The name Arthus D’Olivey is deeply rooted in history, as Arthus D’Olivey himself lived at Château Olivier in the 16th century, giving it its name and overseeing the planting of the first vines in 1515.
• While officially created in 1987, making it the youngest of the communal Bordeaux appellations, Pessac-Léognan boasts an ancient terroir with viticulture dating back over 2,000 years, renowned for producing age-worthy red wines.