Chateau Poesia Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2015

Located on the high-altitude limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion—the same hallowed ground shared by icons like Troplong Mondot and Canon—this estate is the passion project of Hélène Garcin-Lévêque and Patrice Lévêque. Since acquiring the property (formerly known as Château Haut-Veyrac), they have transformed it into a beacon of elegance and precision.

The 2015 growing season provided the warmth and sunlight necessary to achieve perfect ripeness, while the estate’s limestone soils acted as a natural regulator, maintaining the freshness and mineral drive that prevent the wine from feeling heavy. Composed of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, the high percentage of Franc provides a floral, savory backbone that prevents the lush 2015 fruit from ever feeling heavy. Expect a wine that is incredibly silky but possesses a stony grip. It’s that rare combination of velvet and granite.