Père et Fils Merlot
A great example that shows the classic characteristics of the Merlot grape in a medium-bodied wine with soft berry fruit and tannins.
Aged for 3 months in oak; light-medium bodied with some herbaceous notes on the nose, showing berry fruit on the palate and soft tannins on the finish.
About the Producer
Laurent Miquel
Laurent Miquel is a family-run estate based at Château Cazal Viel in Saint Chinian, originally acquired in 1791, which had previously been farmed by the monks of the nearby Abbey of Fontcaude. They also have another property, Château Les Auzines in Corbières.
Their drive towards quality began in the 1970s. Henri Miquel planted
many new Syrah vines and rejuvenated old ones. Earning himself the title of “Mr Syrah” he delivered his first solo vintage in 1980. In 1996 Henri was joined by his son Laurent, the 8th generation winemaker, as the first plantings of the Viognier vines began to show great promise.
Their wines have been highly praised by Tim Atkin and Jancis Robinson being from “the most reliable and forward looking winery in the Languedoc”.