{"product_id":"chateau-quintus-2020","title":"Chateau Quintus 2020","description":"\u003ch4\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eChâteau Quintus 2020 is a prestigious red wine from France, produced in the Bordeaux region and the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé appellation. The estate, located on a high promontory with diverse topography, is owned by Domaine Clarence Dillon, the same family behind the First Growth Château Haut-Brion. Since its acquisition and renaming in 2011, Quintus has been overseen by the winemaking team of Haut-Brion, with a philosophy focused on rigorous vineyard management and precision to showcase the potential of the exceptional Saint-Émilion terroir. The name 'Quintus' is Latin for 'the fifth,' symbolizing the five directions, or the balance between the human horizon and the voice of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWine Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine has a deep, purple-black color. The aromatic profile is complex and powerful, bursting with concentrated layers of ripe red and black fruit, including crushed blackberries, boysenberries, stewed plums, and black raspberry. Notes of chocolate mint, clove oil, star anise, lilacs, and crushed rocks add sophistication and minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 62.5% Merlot and 37.5% Cabernet Franc. The high percentage of Cabernet Franc is credited with adding beautiful structure, freshness, and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody and Palate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied, seamless, and integrated, with a fleshy, dense, and layered texture. The rich black and blue fruit is supported by an \"electric backbone of freshness\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tannins are impeccable, tightly knit, and finely grained, providing a smooth, juicy texture. Critics note its excellent balance despite the high alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged in French oak barrels (37.2% new for the 2020 vintage).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e High for the region, noted at 15.4%.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Drinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-term aging potential, from 2025 to 2047.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAccolades\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 vintage is considered the finest, most complex, and complete Quintus yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eJames Suckling - 97-98 points\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Wine Independent - 96 points\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eJeb Dunnuck - 94-96 points\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate - 94 points\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinous (Neal Martin) - 94 points\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eChâteau Quintus is best served with all types of classic meat dishes. Suggested pairings include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eVeal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, and game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoasted, braised, and grilled dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"300650 - A.C. Wine Syndicate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43139082813527,"sku":"136967","price":333.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2479\/4148\/files\/Chateau-Quintus.jpg?v=1778594259","url":"https:\/\/zyn.ca\/products\/chateau-quintus-2020","provider":"ZYN THE WINE MARKET LTD.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}