The Charmail Six-Year Story Box (2017–2022)
About the mixbox
Your package will arrive at your doorstep within4 - 16 days
Château Charmail will receive and pack your order (1 - 4 days)
The courier will pick up your order and deliver it straight to your door
Price
Price incl. alcohol tax, shipping and VAT.
Your package will arrive at your doorstep within4 - 16 days
Château Charmail will receive and pack your order (1 - 4 days)
The courier will pick up your order and deliver it straight to your door
What's in your box?
Winemaker's notes
Charmail 2017, will drive your sense of elegance and attitude. Like a tightrope walker, this vintage balances elegance a...Product details
- Country:
France- Region/Subregion:
- Bordeaux/Médoc
- Classification:
- AOC
- Certification:
- None
- Grape:
- Cabernet Franc (12%), Petit Verdot (8%), Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), Merlot (40%)
- Vintage year:
- 2017
- Color:
- Deep ruby with garnet reflections
- Aroma:
- Ripe cherry, blackberry, violet, sage, and subtle spice
- Taste:
- Silky texture, juicy fruit, fine tannins, elegant mineral finish
- Alcohol content:
- 13.5%
- Sweetness:
- Dry
- Volume:
- 750 ml
- Best Served:
- 16 - 18 °C
Food pairings by the winemaker
- Beef
- Cheese - mature and hard
- Game
- Lamb
- Mushrooms
- Pasta / Pizza
- Poultry
Vinification, winemaker's own words
- Soil:
- Clay, Gravel, Limestone, Sand
- Terroir:
- Château Charmail is a mosaic of soils and grape varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure, Merlot brings freshness, and Cabernet Franc with Petit Verdot offer nuance and texture. Together they create wines of balance, depth, and timeless elegance around the estate’s 18th-century château.
- Harvest:
- Picked by hand
- Fermentation:
- Steel (100%)
- Storage:
- Old oak (48.5%) 12 months, New oak (48.5%) 12 months, Concrete (3%) 12 months
Destemming, gentle infusion of must for 24 days, where grapes are naturally crushed by their own weight. Fermentation extends for another 12 days, with CO2 delicately breaking the cap. Finished with a soft press for optimal finesse.
Winemaker's notes
Charmail 2018, will show you depth and complexity. Tested by the heavens, the vineyard is transcended, creating a vintag...Product details
- Country:
- France
- Region/Subregion:
- Bordeaux/Médoc
- Classification:
- AOC
- Certification:
- None
- Grape:
- Petit Verdot (11%), Cabernet Franc (15%), Cabernet Sauvignon (33%), Merlot (41%)
- Vintage year:
- 2018
- Color:
- Deep, intense ruby with purple hues.
- Aroma:
- Notes of plum, blackcurrant, and black pepper with hints of cedar and spice.
- Taste:
- Full-bodied and concentrated with velvety tannins, ripe fruit, and a long, spicy finish.
- Alcohol content:
- 14%
- Sweetness:
- Dry
- Volume:
- 750 ml
- Best Served:
- 16 - 18 °C
Food pairings by the winemaker
- Beef
- Charcuterie
- Cheese - mature and hard
- Game
- Lamb
Vinification, winemaker's own words
- Soil:
- Clay, Gravel, Limestone, Sand
- Terroir:
- Château Charmail is a mosaic of soils and grape varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure, Merlot brings freshness, and Cabernet Franc with Petit Verdot offer nuance and texture. Together they create wines of balance, depth, and timeless elegance around the estate’s 18th-century château.
- Harvest:
- Picked by hand
- Fermentation:
- Steel (100%)
- Storage:
- Old oak (66.5%) 12 months, New oak (28.5%) 12 months, Concrete (5%) 12 months
Destemming, gentle infusion of must for 24 days, where grapes are naturally crushed by their own weight. Fermentation extends for another 12 days, with CO2 delicately breaking the cap. Finished with a soft press for optimal finesse.
Winemaker's notes
Charmail 2019, will take you gently into that good night. A first-class harvest with a haute couture finish, this vintag...Product details
- Country:
- France
- Region/Subregion:
- Bordeaux/Médoc
- Classification:
- AOC
- Certification:
- None
- Grape:
- Petit Verdot (12%), Cabernet Franc (15%), Cabernet Sauvignon (33%), Merlot (40%)
- Vintage year:
- 2019
- Color:
- Deep ruby with purple reflections.
- Aroma:
- Smoked cherries, blackberries, Provençal herbs, and sweet spices.
- Taste:
- Silky and rich, with layers of red and black fruits, licorice, and eucalyptus. Long, elegant finish with refined tannins.
- Alcohol content:
- 14%
- Sweetness:
- Dry
- Volume:
- 750 ml
- Best Served:
- 16 - 18 °C
Food pairings by the winemaker
- Beef
- Charcuterie
- Cheese - mature and hard
- Lamb
- Mushrooms
- Pasta / Pizza
- Poultry
Vinification, winemaker's own words
- Soil:
- Clay, Gravel, Limestone, Sand
- Terroir:
- Château Charmail is a mosaic of soils and grape varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure, Merlot brings freshness, and Cabernet Franc with Petit Verdot offer nuance and texture. Together they create wines of balance, depth, and timeless elegance around the estate’s 18th-century château.
- Harvest:
- Picked by hand
- Fermentation:
- Steel (100%)
- Storage:
- Old oak (63%) 12 months, New oak (27%) 12 months, Concrete (10%) 12 months
Destemming, gentle infusion of must for 24 days, where grapes are naturally crushed by their own weight. Fermentation extends for another 12 days, with CO2 delicately breaking the cap. Finished with a soft press for optimal finesse.
Winemaker's notes
Charmail 2020 will bring you comfort and peace of mind. If all goes well, let’s do even better. A splendid year that off...Product details
- Country:
- France
- Region/Subregion:
- Bordeaux/Médoc
- Classification:
- AOC
- Certification:
- None
- Grape:
- Petit Verdot (16%), Cabernet Franc (16%), Cabernet Sauvignon (32%), Merlot (36%)
- Vintage year:
- 2020
- Color:
- Deep, vibrant ruby with purple reflections.
- Aroma:
- Blackberries and ripe black plums with violet, cedar, and subtle spice.
- Taste:
- Silky tannins and lively acidity enhance its rich, medium-bodied texture. Notes of citrus, sage, and dark fruit linger on a refined finish.
- Alcohol content:
- 13.5%
- Sweetness:
- Dry
- Volume:
- 750 ml
- Best Served:
- 16 - 18 °C
Food pairings by the winemaker
- Cheese - mature and hard
- Cheese - mild and soft
- Game
- Mushrooms
- Pasta / Pizza
- Poultry
- Veal
Vinification, winemaker's own words
- Soil:
- Clay, Gravel, Limestone, Sand
- Terroir:
- Château Charmail is a mosaic of soils and grape varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure, Merlot brings freshness, and Cabernet Franc with Petit Verdot offer nuance and texture. Together they create wines of balance, depth, and timeless elegance around the estate’s 18th-century château.
- Harvest:
- Picked by hand
- Fermentation:
- Steel (100%)
- Storage:
- New oak (25%) 12 months, Old oak (60%) 12 months, Concrete (15%) 12 months
Destemming gentle infusion of must for 24 days at low temp (max 25 C), where grapes are naturally crushed by their own weight. Fermentation extends for another 12 days, with CO2 delicately breaking the cap. Finished with a soft press.
Winemaker's notes
Charmail 2021, will set a precedent for refined exuberance. The harmony of this vintage brilliantly withstands the whims...Product details
- Country:
- France
- Region/Subregion:
- Bordeaux/Médoc
- Classification:
- AOC
- Certification:
- None
- Grape:
- Cabernet Franc (10%), Petit Verdot (20%), Merlot (20%), Cabernet Sauvignon (50%)
- Vintage year:
- 2021
- Color:
- Bright ruby with violet highlights.
- Aroma:
- Blueberry, blackcurrant, wild strawberry, violet, and balsamic hints.
- Taste:
- Silky and vibrant with juicy tannins, red cherry, and mineral tension. Elegant, energetic finish.
- Alcohol content:
- 13%
- Sweetness:
- Dry
- Volume:
- 750 ml
- Best Served:
- 16 - 18 °C
Food pairings by the winemaker
- Aperitif
- Buffet food
- Cheese - mild and soft
- Mushrooms
- Pasta / Pizza
- Poultry
- Veal
Vinification, winemaker's own words
- Soil:
- Clay, Gravel, Limestone, Sand
- Terroir:
- Château Charmail is a mosaic of soils and grape varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure, Merlot brings freshness, and Cabernet Franc with Petit Verdot offer nuance and texture. Together they create wines of balance, depth, and timeless elegance around the estate’s 18th-century château.
- Harvest:
- Picked by hand
- Fermentation:
- Steel (100%)
- Storage:
- New oak (50%) 12 months, Old oak (35%) 12 months, Concrete (15%) 12 months
Destemming gentle infusion of must for 24 days at low-temp (max 25 C), where grapes are naturally crushed by their own weight. Fermentation extends for another 12 days, with CO2 delicately breaking the cap. Finished with a soft press.
Winemaker's notes
Charmail 2022 = the “don’t worry, I’ve got this” vintage. A crazy season, storms, heat… and somehow the wine comes out l...Product details
- Country:
- France
- Region/Subregion:
- Bordeaux/Médoc
- Classification:
- AOC
- Certification:
- None
- Grape:
- Petit Verdot (5%), Cabernet Franc (13%), Cabernet Sauvignon (37%), Merlot (45%)
- Vintage year:
- 2022
- Color:
- Deep garnet with purple edges, showing youthful vibrancy and a glossy, concentrated core.
- Aroma:
- Blackberries, violets, and cassis burst first, followed by hints of graphite, fresh herbs, cedar spice, and a gentle floral note. Elegant and expressive.
- Taste:
- Juicy dark fruits, fine tannins, and a cool, energetic backbone. Notes of black cherry, peppercorn, cocoa, and a touch of minerality. The palate is structured yet silky, finishing long, clean, and fresh.
- Alcohol content:
- 14%
- Sweetness:
- Dry
- Volume:
- 750 ml
- Best Served:
- 16 - 18 °C
Food pairings by the winemaker
- Beef
- Cheese - mature and hard
- Cheese - mild and soft
- Lamb
- Mushrooms
- Pasta / Pizza
- Poultry
- Vegetables
Vinification, winemaker's own words
- Soil:
- Clay, Gravel, Limestone, Sand
- Terroir:
- Château Charmail is a mosaic of soils and grape varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure, Merlot brings freshness, and Cabernet Franc with Petit Verdot offer nuance and texture. Together they create wines of balance, depth, and timeless elegance around the estate’s 18th-century château.
- Harvest:
- Picked by hand
- Fermentation:
- Steel (100%)
- Storage:
- Old oak (33%) 12 months, New oak (33%) 12 months, Concrete (33%) 12 months
2022 was crafted with a gentle, precise approach: cold maceration, careful extraction, and fermentation between 26–28°C. After 12–20 days on skins, the wine was pressed using natural CO₂ protection. Ageing lasted 12 months: 67% in 500L demi-muids, 33% in concrete eggs — enhancing purity, texture, and fruit definition.
Château Charmail
Château Charmail 2017
376,62 SEK / Bottle
Winemaker's notes
Product details
- Country:
- France
- Region/Subregion:
- Bordeaux/Médoc
- Classification:
- AOC
- Certification:
- None
- Grape:
- Cabernet Franc (12%), Petit Verdot (8%), Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), Merlot (40%)
- Vintage year:
- 2017
- Color:
- Deep ruby with garnet reflections
- Aroma:
- Ripe cherry, blackberry, violet, sage, and subtle spice
- Taste:
- Silky texture, juicy fruit, fine tannins, elegant mineral finish
- Alcohol content:
- 13.5%
- Sugar content:
- 3 g/l
- Acidity:
- N/A
- Sweetness:
- Dry
- Volume:
- 750 ml
- Closure:
- Natural cork
- Best Served:
- 16 - 18 °C
Food pairings by the winemaker
Vinification, winemaker's own words
- Soil:
- Clay, Gravel, Limestone, Sand
- Terroir:
- Château Charmail is a mosaic of soils and grape varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure, Merlot brings freshness, and Cabernet Franc with Petit Verdot offer nuance and texture. Together they create wines of balance, depth, and timeless elegance around the estate’s 18th-century château.
- Harvest:
- Picked by hand
- Fermentation:
- Steel (100%)
- Storage:
- Old oak (48.5%) 12 months, New oak (48.5%) 12 months, Concrete (3%) 12 months
Destemming, gentle infusion of must for 24 days, where grapes are naturally crushed by their own weight. Fermentation extends for another 12 days, with CO2 delicately breaking the cap. Finished with a soft press for optimal finesse.
About Château Charmail
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