Chateau Batailley Pauillac , 75cl

Their name is derived from the 1452 battle ('bataille') that took place on the ground the estate and vineyards stand on today; it was in this battle that the French reconquered the neighbouring Chateau Latour, reclaiming it from the English after 300 years of ownership - a crucial point in the history of Aquitaine. Just a few years later, the first vines were planted here, and the estate's reputation has only grown since then - helped significantly by its being awarded Fifth Growth Grand Cru Classé in Napoleon's 1855 Classification. Chateau Batailley today is a flagship of the Borie-Manoux and Casteja family. A classic Pauillac style, it is crafted from 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot and 3% Cabernet Franc, grown in silica and gravel soils. Vines are an average of 40 years old, and the wine spends 16-18 months ageing in 55% new barrels. ABV on this product may vary