Chateau St Georges St Emilion Rouge 2020 750ml

Classic Bordeaux red with black fruit, dark chocolate, spice and cellar worthy depth.

Château Saint Georges Saint Émilion Rouge 2020 is a rich and polished Bordeaux red from the Saint Georges Saint Émilion appellation, just north of Saint Émilion. Made from Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, it shows the depth, structure and savoury charm that make right bank Bordeaux so loved.

The 2020 vintage is generous and beautifully balanced, with black fruits, sweet spice, dark chocolate, roasted coffee and grey pepper. The palate is dense and smooth, with ripe coated tannins, freshness and a long, powerful finish.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Blackcurrant, blackberry, plum, sweet spice, dark chocolate, roasted coffee and subtle pepper.

Palate: Rich and structured with dark fruit, Merlot roundness, Cabernet depth, ripe tannins and savoury oak detail.

Finish: Long and fresh with lingering black fruit, spice, coffee, chocolate and classic Bordeaux grip.

Serving Suggestions

Decant for 60 minutes before serving. Enjoy with roast lamb, duck breast, steak, slow cooked beef, meat sauces, mushroom dishes, Brie de Meaux, aged cheddar or rich French style cooking.

About The Winery

Château Saint Georges is one of the historic estates of Saint Georges Saint Émilion, a small appellation closely linked to the wider Saint Émilion area. The château sits on one of the highest points of the appellation, giving the vineyards strong exposure and helping the fruit develop depth, freshness and structure.

The estate is often described as the Little Versailles of the Saint Émilion area, a reflection of both its architecture and its long connection to the region’s wine history. The vineyards sit on classic right bank Bordeaux soils, where Merlot thrives and Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon add perfume, structure and length.

Saint Georges Saint Émilion is one of the satellite appellations of Saint Émilion, known for producing Merlot led reds with dark fruit, savoury complexity, firm tannins and good ageing potential. Château Saint Georges captures this style beautifully in 2020, offering richness, polish and a clear sense of Bordeaux tradition.

Cellaring Potential

Château Saint Georges Saint Émilion Rouge 2020 is drinking well now with decanting, but it is also built for long term cellaring. Drink now to 2040 under good storage conditions. With time, expect the black fruit and chocolate notes to develop into cedar, tobacco, leather, truffle, dried herbs and deeper savoury complexity.

Collector’s Note

Château Saint Georges Saint Émilion Rouge 2020 is a strong choice for Bordeaux lovers looking for a cellar worthy right bank red with history, structure and regional character. The 2020 vintage offers richness, balance and long ageing potential, making it a smart bottle to enjoy now or hold for further development.

Details

Producer: Château Saint Georges
Vintage: 2020
Variety: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Saint Georges Saint Émilion, Bordeaux, France
Bottle Size: 750ml
Wine Style: Classic Bordeaux red wine
Wine Sweetness: Dry
Wine Body: Medium bodied to full bodied
ABV: 14%
Oak: Barrel aged
Cellaring: Now to 2040