Premières Côtes de Blaye Château Perenne 1989
Château Perenne produced this red wine in the 1989 vintage under the Appellation Premières Côtes de Blaye Contrôlée. Bottled directly at the estate, the wine contains 12% alcohol by volume. This particular 1989 vintage achieved a score of 96 points and is described as full-bodied and concentrated.
Premières Côtes de Blaye is a historical wine appellation situated in the renowned Bordeaux region of southwestern France. Located on the right bank of the Gironde estuary, directly opposite the famous Médoc peninsula, the area centers around the town of Blaye. While the appellation system in Bordeaux was restructured in 2009, changing the name to Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux, older vintages like this one continue to bear the original name on their labels. Bordeaux itself, situated by the Atlantic Ocean, has been exporting wine since the Middle Ages and is celebrated for its elegant blended wines of great finesse.
The climate in the area is maritime, heavily influenced by the nearby Gironde estuary, which regulates temperatures and creates a stable environment for viticulture. The landscape features rolling hills and valleys, with a varied soil composition predominantly made up of clay and limestone. In certain parts of the appellation, deposits of sand and gravel ensure excellent drainage for the vineyards.
Traditionally, Premières Côtes de Blaye is known for producing both red and white wines, though reds constitute the vast majority of the production. These red wines are crafted as classic Bordeaux blends, typically based on grape varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. Historically, the area has distinguished itself by delivering classic, well-structured wines that reflect the traditional wine culture of the Bordeaux right bank.
The history of the wine
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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.
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