Discover the top 100 best red wines of Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion of Libournais as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the red wines that are popular of Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Smallest appellation in the Libournais (200 ha, 24 producers) on the right bank of the Dordogne adjacent to the Saint-Émilion plateau. Merlot dominant (75%), rounded and silky, with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep purple, intense nose of ripe red fruits, plum, gentle spices and cedar notes at maturity. Silky palate with fine tannins and fruity depth.
Homogeneous clay-limestone soils on south/southwest-facing slopes, ages 8-15 years, Libournais finesse.
Supple, fragrant reds with fine tannins and vibrant freshness, showing raspberry, violet, green pepper, pencil lead and gentle spice aromas. Star of the Loire as a single variety (Chinon, Bourgueil, Saumur-Champigny) and of the right bank of Bordeaux in blends (Cheval Blanc at 60%). Also in semi-dry Anjou rosés. A historic Bordeaux variety, parent of Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenère.
red wines from the region of Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of pasta bolognese, saddle of lamb with herbs or rabbit legs with fresh cream.
