2015 Byod Cantenac

Byod Cantenac 2015 explores Bordeaux’s Margaux with enticing dark berry and spice flavours. Ideal for both aficionados and beginners, this vintage guide encourages confident purchases for those seeking Margaux’s richness.

To truly savour this wine, linger over its colour, inhale its bouquet, and let each sip reveal new layers on your palate. Notice how the flavours evolve from the first taste to the lingering finish. Sharing a bottle with friends or pairing it with a carefully prepared meal, especially unmarinated steaks, transforms the act of tasting into a celebration. Deepening your sensory experience by learning its origins only heightens your appreciation.

Margaux wines are famous for their perfumed aroma—meaning distinct floral and fruit scents—and an elegant structure, which refers to a well-balanced combination of flavours, acidity (the tartness that gives wine freshness), and tannins (the compounds from grape skins and seeds that create a drying or puckering sensation in your mouth). Next, explore how traditional and modern winemaking techniques come together at the estate.

The estate unites traditional winemaking approaches with modern precision. According to information from Château Boyd-Cantenac, the wine ages in French oak barrels. 40% of these barrels are new, meaning they have not previously held wine, so they impart more pronounced flavours. When a wine is "aged in oak," it sits in wooden barrels, picking up aromas and flavours such as vanilla, spice, and toast as it matures and becomes smoother. The term "toast" describes how much the inside of the barrel is charred—a heavier char adds more smoky or caramel flavours to the wine. Winemakers also select a specific "yeast strain"—a variety of yeast that functions under special fermentation conditions. This yeast converts grape sugar into alcohol and enhances the natural flavours of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes, making the wine's aromas and flavours more complex and layered. These production choices shape the characteristics of every glass, setting the stage for tasting notes and flavour profiles.

Byod Cantenac 2015 glows with deep ruby hues and garnet flashes. Its aroma is a tapestry of blackcurrant, ripe plum, cedar, and tobacco, crafted by Bordeaux’s artistry and the gentle touch of oak. This wine caresses the palate with a velvety texture, unfolding flavours of dark berries, black cherry, and a whisper of liquorice. Its lingering finish showcases Margaux’s signature elegance, especially when compared to Pauillac.

• Dark berry and black cherry taste

• Subtle liquorice and vanilla notes

• Smooth tannins and balanced acidity

Byod Cantenac 2015 finds harmony with grilled meats, aged cheeses, mushroom risotto, and timeless French classics such as beef bourguignon or coq au vin.

• Enjoy grilled meats or aged cheeses as ideal matches.

• Mushroom risotto or portobello brings out the wine’s earthiness.

• Classic French dishes highlight the wine’s complexity and richness.

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The 2015 vintage promises to evolve beautifully with time. While delightful now, five more years in the cellar will bring greater harmony. It will reward patience with richer flavours through 2030. Preserve its character by storing it in a cool, dark, and stable environment with controlled humidity.

Decant for 30 to 60 minutes to let the wine breathe and unveil its bouquet. Savour deep notes of dark berries, black cherry, and a hint of vanilla. Serve at 18°C for perfect balance. The 2015 harvest’s concentrated sugars and acidity bring depth and vibrancy. Two key investments shape Byod Cantenac 2015: meticulous hand-harvesting and gentle fermentation preserve the fruit’s purity, while French oak ageing adds complexity without overshadowing the wine’s natural character.

These elements create a wine that is both inviting and refined, perfect for memorable celebrations or elevating everyday moments.