Château de Ferrand, Grand Cru Classé Saint-Émilion 2018. A great wine from the Bordeaux region, produced by a company, Château de Ferrand, that has developed a good sensitivity to the environment. And more. We are in the Saint-Émilion area, so in the cradle of Merlot. Grapevine that, in this particular case, accounts for a large part of the cut, about 73 percent. With it, Cabernet Franc for 27 percent. Graded vineyards in Saint-Hippolyte, from which approximately 60 thousand bottles are made. We are 300 meters above sea level, and the plants have an average age of about 40 years. Manual harvest, with selection of bunches in the vineyard. Then, once at the winery, de-stemming and further selection of the clusters to begin winemaking. This is done in stainless steel vats, with each plot processed separately to ensure the highest quality. After processing, the wine matures for 14-18 months in French oak barriques. A deep garnet red, the nose reveals notes of red and dark berry fruits, such as blueberries, raspberries and strawberries, to which floral notes of violets and herbs are added. This is followed by hints of spice, coffee, hazelnut and vanilla. In the mouth, it is elegant and structured, with a perfect correspondence to what was perceived earlier. A fine and persistent wine, it goes well with savory dishes. Meat-based first and second courses and aged cheeses. Also excellent as a "snack" to accompany quality cold cuts.