2015 Château Milens

Description

The 2015 Château Milens is a high-quality red wine from the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation, located on Bordeaux’s right bank. This vintage is highly appreciated for its concentration, elegance, and complexity, perfectly reflecting the Saint-Émilion terroir.

Blend

The 2015 Château Milens is a blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Merlot, the dominant grape in this region, brings roundness and fruitiness, while Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon add structure, depth, and spicy notes.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: The wine displays a deep garnet-red color with purple highlights, indicating good concentration and optimal maturity.

Nose: The nose is rich and complex, offering ripe dark fruit aromas such as blackberry, black cherry, and blackcurrant. Floral notes of violet, spicy nuances, and touches of cedar, tobacco, vanilla, and dark chocolate blend harmoniously, reflecting well-managed barrel aging.

Palate: On the palate, the wine is powerful and well-balanced, with fine, silky tannins. The dark fruit flavors are complemented by spicy notes, licorice, cacao, and roasted coffee. The finish is long and elegant, with refreshing acidity that perfectly balances the wine’s richness and concentration.

Aging Potential

The 2015 Château Milens has excellent aging potential. While already enjoyable for its expressive aromas and harmonious structure, it will continue to improve and develop more complex aromas over the next 10 to 20 years.

Food Pairings

This Saint-Émilion Grand Cru pairs beautifully with grilled or roasted red meats, such as beef fillet, lamb rack, or duck breast. It also complements saucy dishes, game, and aged cheeses. Mushroom or truffle-based dishes will further enhance the wine’s aromatic complexity.