Richebourg Grand Cru Lucien Le Moine 2011

Lucien Le Moine is a haute-couture trader/farmer maison created by Mounir Saouma and Rotem Brakin, a Lebanese couple. After the husband spent some time in a monastery and a first attempt at the art of making wine, then embarked on enology studies, he created his structure in 1999 to offer wine from the finest terroirs. The name of the maison comes from the nickname that his friends gave him as a result of his education in the Cistercian cloister: "Le Moine", the Monk. Lucien was the name given to him by the monks. Today, he produces 38 different crus, ranging from village wines to grand crus. The vinification and élevage are very precise and well done, as delicately and naturally as possible. A must-see.

An iconic grand cru, Richebourg is totally embodied in this majestic cuvée. Sombre and intense in appearance, it has notes of dark fruits, sandalwood, violet, undergrowth and gentle spices. Just as complex, the palate nicely balances density, finesse, finish and frankness. Made to be aged, over time it will gain a tannic patina and its aromas will evolve towards earthier tones (leather, venison, truffle). This is an ideal wine to accompany fine gastronomic dishes.