2019 Le Dragon de Quintus Saint Emilion Grand Cru

"We believe it to be a sleeping beauty of a property" were the words proclaimed by Prince Robert of Luxembourg, the President of Haut-Brion, when they purchased the property in 2011. He was right. Under this new guidance, the Chateau has become a sleeping giant (too often being overlooked), that delivers well above its modest price tag!

Le Dragon de Quintus is the estate's Second wine. The name comes from the dragon statue that stands tall above the enchanting land of Saint-Emilion, situated on a high promontory where the estate is found. This is a blend of 86% Merlot and 14% Cabernet Franc, where the first word that comes to mind here is: harmonious. The wine is attractive, very round, smooth and fresh, with red fruit, redcurrant, and blueberry overtones. It will be ready to drink fairly young and should provide a great deal of pleasure.

Le Dragon de Quintus treads softly in the saturated market that surrounds the Bordeaux wine world, only rewarding those in the know. At the time of the purchase, Prince Robert declared, "Our family company looks forward to returning this great estate to its former glory." It didn't take them long and once this wine blesses your palate, you won't be able to resist!

Aging: 6-8 months in new French oak barrels, 33.5% new.

Tasting Notes: 86% Merlot and 14% Cabernet Franc. Beautiful dark red colour. Intense, fruity, and refreshing, complex nose revealing discreet hints of oak alongside very ripe black fruit aromas. Starts out fine and elegant on the palate, becoming full-bodied with relatively long and concentrated tannins, accompanied by fruity notes. This Dragon is definitely well-balanced and delicious.