Chateau Cantemerle 2010 France and a touch of vanilla

and a touch of vanilla from oak aging add complexity

it benefits from excellent drainage and a favorable southeast exposure

The palate is smooth

and environment

Chateau Cantemerle 2010 France and a touch of vanillaWinery Background and History Chteau Cantemerles history dates back to at least the 12th century, with the Lords of Cantemerle first documented in 1147, and viticulture records by 1354. Over time the estate passed through noble families, eventually under the Villeneuve family for centuries. In 1855, it was classified as a Fifth Growth (Cinquime Cru Class), albeit as a late addition. In 1981, SMABTP (a French mutual insurance group) acquired the estate