Royal Saint Émilion Union de Producteurs de Saint-Emilion 2006
The Royal Saint Émilion is a red wine produced by the Union de Producteurs de Saint-Emilion. Bottled directly at the property, this 2006 vintage carries the Appellation Saint-Emilion Contrôlée classification and represents the renowned winemaking traditions of France.
Situated by the Atlantic Ocean, Bordeaux is the world's most famous wine region, having exported wine since the Middle Ages. Within this historic region lies Saint Émilion, located on the right bank of the Gironde, east of the city of Bordeaux. The right bank is traditionally the domain of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, grown in soils that vary from limestone plateaus and clay to sand and gravel. The 2006 vintage from this area is described as tight and classic, achieving a score of 88 points.
Saint Émilion is celebrated not only for its medieval town but also for its own distinct classification system. As a Grand Vin de Bordeaux, this wine reflects the classic blending practices of the region, which is known for producing elegant wines of great finesse.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Bordeaux
Bordeaux on the Atlantic is the world's most famous wine region and has been exporting wine since the Middle Ages. The legendary 1855 classification still ranks the area's leading châteaux. On the left bank of the Gironde, Cabernet Sauvignon dominates on gravel soils, while the right bank is the domain of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The region is known for elegant, age-worthy blends of great finesse.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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