Wines Pauillac Coin de Baies - 2021

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Château Coin de Baies 2021 from Pauillac is a classic red Bordeaux, epitomising the power and elegance that this prestigious appellation is renowned for. Crafted predominantly from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and often smaller proportions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the wine typically reflects the structured tannins and deep fruit profile characteristic of the region. The 2021 vintage in Bordeaux was shaped by a challenging climatic year, with significant spring frosts and a cool, damp summer delaying ripening and affecting yields. However, producers with attentive vineyard management, like Château Coin de Baies, have managed to capture refined freshness and a purity of fruit in their wines. The terroir of Pauillac, defined by its gravelly soils overlaying clay and limestone, offers excellent drainage and an ideal environment for Cabernet Sauvignon to thrive, imparting classic notes of blackcurrant, cedar, hints of tobacco and graphite.

The Médoc, and Pauillac in particular, is famed for its illustrious history of winemaking dating back centuries, with châteaux that consistently rank among the world’s most sought-after. The Atlantic climate ensures moderate temperatures, with enough warmth to achieve phenolic ripeness and cool breezes that protect against fungal diseases. This balance delivers wines with great ageing potential, finesse, and a celebrated sense of place.

This Pauillac is highly versatile for food pairing, with its robust structure and concentrated flavours lending itself perfectly to classic Bordeaux fare. Roast lamb with garlic and rosemary, rare ribeye steak, or duck breast with a wine reduction sauce would be sublime partners. Traditional South-Western French dishes such as confit de canard or Bordeaux-style entrecôte à la bordelaise will also harmonise beautifully, as would aged hard cheeses like Comté or Ossau-Iraty.

For optimal enjoyment, decant the wine for at least an hour prior to serving, as this will help soften the youthful tannins and reveal its intricate aromatics. The ideal serving temperature is between 16-18°C, which will allow the complexity and expressive character of this Pauillac to shine.