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Chateau Crabitey Graves Rouge
Chateau Crabitey
France - Bordeaux - Graves

Château Crabitey Graves Rouge presents a dark cherry color with nice ruby ​​glints. The nose is fresh, revealing a wide range of red fruit aromas, along with a mellow and elegant oak presence. The mouth is powerful and round, supported by smooth and subtle tannins. The wine reveals a good length on the palate, with fruity and slightly oaky notes.

Specifications
Appellation
Graves
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot and 6% Petit Verdot
Age of vines
30 years average
Agricultural Practices
Sustainable
Soil type
River Garonne Gravel on clay veins
Vinification
Complete destemming. Cold maceration for 3 to 4 days, then vinification in stainless steel vats. Average fermentation temperature 72°F to 80°F. Maceration for about 20 days at 86°F. Aging in French oak barrels (1/3 new) for 12 months. No filtration before bottling.
Production
8,250 (9-liter cases)
Pairings

grilled lamb, beef stroganoff and hard cheeses

Reviews and News

2020 Chateau Crabitey Graves Rouge - 89 PTS - WE

2020 Chateau Crabitey Graves Rouge - 89 PTS - WE

wine enthusiast 89 pts

 

 

- Wine Enthusiast (April 2023), 89 pts

2019 Chateau Crabitey Graves Rouge - 91 PTS - VINOUS

2019 Chateau Crabitey Graves Rouge - 91 PTS - VINOUS

vinous logo"The 2019 Crabitey is impressive, just as it was en primeur. Bright redtoned fruit, white chocolate, flowers, gravel and mint give the 2019 quite a bit of freshness and energy that builds over time. This mid-weight, wonderfully expressive Graves is a winner.- Antonio Galloni"

- Antonio Galloni's Vinous (January 2022) 91 pts

2019 Chateau Crabitey Graves Rouge - 90-91 pts - JS

2019 Chateau Crabitey Graves Rouge - 90-91 pts - JS

"james suckling hq logo plainThis shows ripeness and richness with berry, spice and chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium body, round texture and a friendly finish."

- James Suckling (Primeur tasting, June 2020) 90-91 pts

2018 Chateau Crabitey Graves Rouge - 90 pts - WE

2018 Chateau Crabitey Graves Rouge - 90 pts - WE

wine enthusiast 90 pts"This rich wine is powered by tannins and generous blackberry fruits. It is currently dry, with a firm core. But the wine has weight and will develop well. Drink from 2023. - ROGER VOSS"

- Wine Enthusiast (April 2021), 90 pts

2018 Chateau Crabitey Graves Rouge - 89 pts - JS

2018 Chateau Crabitey Graves Rouge - 89 pts - JS

"james suckling hq logo plainDark-cherry, blueberry, sage, thyme and earthy undertones. It’s medium-bodied with round tannins and a medium finish. A little light at the end. Drink or hold."

- James Suckling (February 2021), 89 pts

Producer Information: Chateau Crabitey

Château Crabitey is situated in the town of Portets, a flagship wine-growing area in the Graves area of Bordeaux.

The Château was built in 1872 by Franciscan nuns who used it ...
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