Vieux Chateau Certan 2010 nebbiolo Basket pressed into a combination

Basket pressed into a combination of barrel and small tanks

was emptied from tank/barrel

The winery claims it can be cellared for up to 50 years

Fresh and fruity yet savoury

A whiff of the wine reveals generous scents of berry fruits and toasty French oak

Vieux Chateau Certan 2010 nebbiolo Basket pressed into a combinationVieux Chateau Certan The chateau produces wine in vintages that favor Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Franc or Merlot. 2010 as well as 2009 are vintages where the Merlot clearly excelled and became the preponderance of the blend. The assemblage in this vintage is 86%Merlot, 8% Cab Franc 6% Cab Sauvignon. This is even more dominated by Merlot than the 2009, which came in at 84% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Cabernet Franc. Shaped by low