Product description
Clos de l’Oratoire, located on Saint-Emilion’s northeast slope, has 13 hectares of vines. The estate belongs to Count Stefan Von Neipperg who also owns Canon-La-Gaffelière.The terroir is ideally suited to Merlot, which makes 80% of the vines due to its layer of sandy soil and clay subsoil.
Matured in new oak barrels (45%) on the lees for 16 months. Smooth and very seductive, Clos de l’Oratoire has powerful fruity aromas. Merlot provides roundness and opulence, whereas Cabernet Franc contributes power, aromatic complexity, and a long aftertaste.