Château Quintus, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC

Key characteristics:

Château Quintus, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC is a distinguished red wine from the renowned Saint-Émilion region, embodying the exceptional winemaking expertise of Domaine Clarence Dillon, proprietors of the esteemed Château Haut-Brion. Named “Quintus” as a nod to both its status as the fifth Bordeaux wine in their portfolio and a tribute to the Gallo-Romans who first cultivated these lands, this wine stands on a historic promontory overlooking the Dordogne valley. Its unique microclimate, characterized by diverse clay and limestone soils, slopes, and orientations, contributes to wines of astonishing richness and a precise, delicate tannic structure. Château Quintus is presented in a specially designed bottle, inspired by an ancient Château Haut-Brion bottle, featuring a raised seal as an homage to its heritage.

Tasting Notes:

• Variety: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
• Appearance: Deep ruby red with purple hints
• Aroma: A powerful, intense, and complex bouquet bursts with notes of ripe black fruit, particularly blackcurrant, complemented by hints of red fruits, fresh berries, violet, and subtle spicy overtones.
• Taste: The palate offers a broad and fleshy attack, leading to a remarkably caressing sensation that evolves into a full-bodied wine with smooth, fine-grained tannins mid-palate. Flavors of plum, black cherry, and raspberry intertwine with nuances of chocolate, sweet spice, and a distinctive mineral vein, culminating in a long, elegant finish without any harshness.
• Region: Hailing from Saint-Émilion in Bordeaux, France, the vineyards are situated on a limestone promontory, reaching up to 62 meters in elevation, boasting a mosaic of clay and limestone soils that impart a unique character to the wine.
• Pairing: An ideal companion for red meats, lamb, beef, and hard cheeses. It also pairs wonderfully with game, boeuf bourguignon, or red onion stuffed with couscous and apricots.

Overall impression:

Château Quintus consistently delivers a supple, creamy, and balanced wine that offers both immediate pleasure and significant aging potential. With each passing year, it demonstrates an improving quality and character, reflecting the dedication to excellence from Domaine Clarence Dillon.

Extra notes:

• Château Quintus is the fifth Bordeaux property of Domaine Clarence Dillon, also owners of the prestigious Château Haut-Brion and Château La Mission Haut-Brion.
• Under its former name, Château Tertre Daugay, the estate was historically recognized as a “Premier Cru” of Saint-Émilion and was awarded a gold medal at the Universal Exhibition of Paris in 1867.