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2008 Château Talbot

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The 2008 Château Talbot reveals a classic Saint-Julien character with notes of red currants, tobacco, and cedar. Medium-bodied with fine tannins, it offers a fresh and elegant palate, finishing with hints of graphite and spice. A restrained yet refined wine that highlights the vintage’s balance.


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Cellared at 55°F & 70% Humidity

The Estate

Château Talbot is a prestigious Fourth Growth estate situated in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux. The château, named after Connétable Talbot, an English warrior defeated at the battle of Castillon in 1453, is one of the largest estates in the Médoc. It encompasses 110 hectares of vineyards, primarily planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and small amounts of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc.

1974 Château Talbot 1974
1974
1974

Drainage Defies Rain

Challenging rains through harvest tested Saint-Julien, though Talbot's gravel soils provided crucial drainage during the difficult conditions. The fourth growth's strategic position near the Gironde offered some protection from the season's erratic weather patterns. Early picking proved essential, while rigorous selection preserved the estate's classic character despite vintage pressures.

2008 Château Talbot 2008
2008
2008

Timeless Elegance in Balance

Cooler conditions in 2008 resulted in wines with freshness and precision. Château Talbot embraced the vintage’s profile, producing a wine with classic charm and subtle complexity.

2019 Château Talbot 2019
2019
2019

A Collector’s Treasure

The impériale format elevates the grandeur of Château Talbot’s 2019 vintage. Its bold yet refined profile is perfectly preserved for long-term enjoyment.

2020 Château Talbot 2020
2020
2020

Saint-Julien Heat Peaks Early

The warm growing season in Saint-Julien demanded precise harvest timing at Talbot's 110-hectare estate. The château's century-old vines and deep gravel soils helped maintain equilibrium through summer drought conditions. The wine displays the vintage's ripe profile while preserving Saint-Julien's classic graphite and cassis character.

2021 Château Talbot 2021
2021
2021

Talbot's Triumph Over Adversity

The 2021 growing season at Château Talbot was marked by spring frosts, a cool and wet summer, and increased disease pressure. Despite these challenges, the estate's meticulous vineyard management and rigorous selection process ensured only the best fruit made it into the grand vin. The well-drained gravelly soils of Saint-Julien played a crucial role in maintaining quality, contributing to the wine's characteristic elegance and structure.

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