Clotilde Château Maison Neuve

Clotilde de Château Maison Neuve 2022

Grape Variety

• 85% Merlot
• 15% Malbec

A distinctive Bordeaux blend where Merlot provides richness and silky texture, while Malbec contributes colour, structure and spicy complexity.

Description

Produced by the talented winemaker Alexia Eymas, Clotilde is the flagship cuvée of Château Maison Neuve and a superb expression of the Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. Named in tribute to a family ancestor, this wine is crafted from carefully selected parcels and aged to enhance both complexity and elegance.

The 2022 vintage benefited from exceptional sunshine and optimal ripening conditions, producing a wine of remarkable concentration while retaining freshness and balance. Rich, expressive and beautifully polished, Clotilde showcases the quality that modern Bordeaux can achieve.

Tasting Notes

Appearance
Deep garnet red with intense ruby reflections.

Nose
Complex aromas of black cherry, blackberry and ripe plum, layered with notes of cocoa, vanilla, cedar, sweet spices and a touch of liquorice.

Palate
Rich and velvety with excellent concentration. Ripe black fruits dominate the palate, supported by silky tannins and subtle oak influence. The Malbec brings additional depth and spice, creating a wine that is both powerful and refined.

Finish
Long, elegant and persistent, with lingering notes of dark fruits, mocha, spice and finely integrated oak.

Food Pairing

• Roast lamb with rosemary
• Beef Wellington
• Duck breast
• Venison
• Slow-cooked beef cheeks
• Mature Comté
• Tomme de Brebis
• Wild mushroom dishes
• Sunday roast

This is a wine that truly shines alongside rich meats and hearty dishes.

Technical Information

• Classification: AOP Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux
• Region: Bordeaux
• Country: France
• Vintage: 2022
• Grape Varieties: 85% Merlot, 15% Malbec
• ABV: 14.5%
• Soils: Clay-limestone
• Viticulture: HVE Certified
• Ageing: Partial maturation in oak barrels
• Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
• Decanting: 1 hour recommended
• Cellaring Potential: 8–12 years

Olivier's Thoughts

Clotilde is one of those wines that immediately demonstrates the ambition and talent behind Château Maison Neuve. While the estate's Sauvignon Blanc and classic reds offer exceptional value, Clotilde takes things to another level. It has the richness and generosity you would expect from a great Bordeaux, but also a polish and elegance that make every glass rewarding.

What I particularly enjoy is the addition of Malbec, which brings an extra layer of depth and spice that sets it apart from many traditional Bordeaux blends. This is a wine for those occasions when you want something a little more special—whether shared around a dinner table, paired with a fine meal, or simply enjoyed by the fireplace. For me, it represents some of the very best that Château Maison Neuve has to offer.