La Gravette de Certan 2022 – A refined second wine from Vieux Château Certan La Gravette de Certan 2022, the second wine from the renowned Vieux Château Certan, offers an elegant interpretation of the terroir and craftsmanship that made its older sibling famous. Made from the estate's younger vines, this wine perfectly reflects the careful blending processes and high quality that are the hallmarks of Vieux Château Certan. The wine has an intense, deep ruby color and the enticing aroma of ripe Merlot grapes, subtly interwoven with hints of red and black currant. The palate is greeted by a fresh, pure attack of juicy fruit notes, followed by a soft and silky finish with refined tannins. Thanks to its balanced structure and long aromatic finish, La Gravette de Certan promises to be a wine of character and elegance that will continue to delight for years to come. Specifications: Blend: 100% Merlot Alcohol content: 14.5% vol. Harvest: September 6-9, 2022, with preliminary grape thinning in early August Vinification: Traditional wooden barrels, light extraction by pumping over, vatting of 21 to 28 days Aging: 18 months in French oak, 50% of which are new barrels Bottling: May 2024 Following the success of Vieux Château Certan's 2022 vintage, which received significant scores of up to 100 points, La Gravette de Certan 2022 is a worthy successor, building on this glorious tradition under the leadership of father and son Alexandre and Guillaume Thienpont