Château Saint Jean d'Aumières L'Affranchi

Vintage 2020
by Joseph Castan Fine WIne
Varietal Shiraz
Color red
Region Languedoc Roussillon
Country France
Medal Score
7.0
4 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
blackberrysmoked meatblack peppervioletsdark chocolatecedar
Palate

Full-bodied with firm tannins and moderate acidity, offering a rich, velvety texture layered with dark fruit and spice.

Finish

Long and structured, with lingering notes of licorice, smoked oak, and a hint of graphite.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • • beef bourguignon
  • • duck confit with roasted root vegetables
  • • aged Manchego cheese
  • • mushroom and sausage ragù
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2032

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Gold Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2022
Bronze Decanter World Wine Awards 2022
Bronze Decanter World Wine Awards 2021
Bronze IWSC International Wine & Spirit Competition 2021

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