Château Liversan Haut-Médoc, 2018

The 2018 Château Liversan Haut-Médoc represents exceptional Bordeaux value from a prestigious neighborhood just miles from First Growths Mouton and Lafite Rothschild. This 92-point Cru Bourgeois, crafted by renowned consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt, offers silky tannins, concentrated black fruits, and elegant structure from its environmentally certified vineyards, delivering sophisticated Bordeaux character at an accessible price.

Technical Information

• Producer: Château Liversan (Antoine Moueix Propriétés)
• Appellation: Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France
• Classification: Cru Bourgeois (classified in 1932)
• Vintage: 2018 (96 Point Vintage, Wine Spectator)
• Varietal Blend: 50% Merlot, 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot
• Vineyard Size: 123+ acres
• Soil: Fossil-rich limestone
• Consulting Winemaker: Stéphane Derenoncourt
• Aging: 12 months - 75% in French oak barrels (25% new, 25% one-year, 25% two-year) and 25% in stainless steel tanks
• Farming Practices: High Environmental Value Certified (Level 3 HEV since 2018)

Appearance Black in color.

Tasting Notes Aromas of black fruit, blueberry, and cherry with notes of walnut and lavender on both the nose and palate. The wine displays delicate and silky smooth tannins with wonderful concentration. A well-structured, very elegant wine with robust yet refined character, excellent depth, and a fresh, vivid finish.

Food Pairing Suggestions Pairs beautifully with:

• Game
• Lamb
• Veal

Producer Information Château Liversan dates back to the 18th century with the Marquis de Latresne family, originating from the Order of Malta (a religious order founded in Jerusalem). After passing through different owners, the Château became the property of Guy de Polignac, who was part of the royal family of Monaco; the family's coat of arms can still be found on the main door of the Château.

Today, the Château is owned by Antoine Moueix Propriétés, one of the greatest wine dynasties in history with more than 12 Châteaux around France. Their goal when acquiring Chateau Liversan was to promote and elevate the Château to its full potential, successfully making it one of the most respected Cru Bourgeois of the Haut-Médoc.

Vineyard Notes Chateau Liversan is located in the heart of the Haut-Médoc region, just over 3 miles from First Growth neighbors Château Mouton Rothschild and Château Lafite Rothschild. The estate's ideal location on fossil-rich limestone soil and commitment to environmentally-friendly practices results in concentrated and elegant wines that perfectly reflect the terroir.

Critical Acclaim

• James Suckling (92 Points): "Blueberry and cherry with some walnut and lavender on both the nose and palate. Medium to full body, creamy tannins, and a fresh, vivid finish. Very polished and crafted."
• Steven Spurrier (92 Points): "Huge color, superb black autumn fruits nose, already ripe and succulent with natural tannins and very good depth, lots of vineyard flavors, robust yet elegant."