Bordeaux Château Chasse Spleen 6 Flaschen 2019

Das Anwesen

Château Chasse-Spleen — The Aristocrat of Moulis

Château Chasse-Spleen stands as one of the Médoc’s most distinguished estates, its name inspired by the English Romantic poets who found solace in its wines. Founded in the early 19th century, the property earned its poetic moniker from Lord Byron, who declared the wine so fine it could “chase away the spleen” — the melancholy humour. Despite never receiving official classification in 1855, Chasse-Spleen has long been recognized as producing wines of Cru Classé quality, earning the designation of Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel and consistently outperforming many classified estates.

The estate spans 103 hectares in the heart of the Moulis-en-Médoc appellation, making it one of the region’s largest and most important properties. Under the stewardship of the Merlaut family since 1976, Chasse-Spleen has achieved remarkable consistency, producing elegant, age-worthy wines that represent exceptional value among Left Bank Bordeaux. This six-bottle case offers collectors an ideal introduction to one of Bordeaux’s most reliable producers.

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Verfügbar als 6 bottles case - ideal für Sammler und für die langfristige Lagerung im Keller.

Terroir & Trauben

Gravelly Excellence in Moulis-en-Médoc

The vineyards of Chasse-Spleen benefit from the finest terroir in the Moulis appellation, planted on deep Gunzian gravel beds mixed with clay and limestone. This remarkable soil composition, similar to the great estates of Margaux and Pauillac, provides excellent drainage while allowing the vines to develop deep root systems that access mineral complexity. The estate’s location on the highest plateau of Moulis, combined with its proximity to the Gironde estuary, creates an ideal microclimate for achieving perfect phenolic ripeness.

Weinbereitung & Reifung

Traditional Médoc Craftsmanship

The winemaking at Chasse-Spleen follows rigorous Médoc tradition, beginning with meticulous hand-harvesting and double sorting to ensure only the finest berries reach the cellar. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel and concrete tanks, with each parcel vinified separately to preserve terroir expression. Extended maceration of 25 to 30 days extracts refined tannins while maintaining the wine’s characteristic elegance and freshness.

The wine matures for 12 to 15 months in French oak barrels, with approximately 40% new wood, allowing the estate to balance structure with fruit purity. The élevage is carefully monitored with regular racking and fining with egg whites before bottling, resulting in wines that combine power with refinement — the hallmark of great Moulis.

Vintage-Charakter

2019 — A Magnificent Médoc Vintage

The 2019 vintage in Bordeaux’s Left Bank is celebrated as one of the finest of the modern era, combining the structure of 2016 with the generosity of 2015. A mild winter and warm, dry summer allowed for exceptional phenolic ripeness, while crucial September rainfall refreshed the vines before a flawless harvest period. The Médoc produced wines of remarkable concentration and balance, with velvety tannins and vibrant freshness that promise extraordinary ageing potential.

For Moulis and Chasse-Spleen specifically, 2019 delivered ideal conditions for both Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, resulting in wines of unusual completeness — powerful yet refined, structured yet accessible. This vintage showcases the estate at its very best, producing a wine that will reward both early drinking and long-term cellaring.

Verkostungsnotizen

Elegance Meets Power

The 2019 Château Chasse-Spleen opens with a captivating bouquet of blackcurrant, black cherry, and crushed violets, enhanced by subtle notes of cedar, graphite, and sweet tobacco. On the palate, the wine reveals remarkable depth and concentration, with layers of dark fruit compote, dark chocolate, and hints of licorice supported by fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity. The texture is silky and refined, showing the estate’s trademark elegance while offering impressive structure and length. The finish is long and precise, with lingering notes of cassis and mineral complexity that speak to the exceptional terroir of Moulis.

Service & Paarung

Servierempfehlungen

This elegant Left Bank Bordeaux pairs beautifully with classic French cuisine: roasted rack of lamb with herb crust, entrecôte Bordelaise, beef Wellington, or duck confit with wild mushrooms. The wine’s refined tannins and balanced structure also complement mature hard cheeses such as aged Comté or Gruyère. For vegetarian options, consider wild mushroom risotto or roasted aubergine with truffle oil. The 2019 vintage is approachable now with decanting but will develop greater complexity and tertiary character over the next decade in proper cellar conditions.

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