Chateau Brun Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2021 / 13% / 0.75 L

Château Brun is one of the oldest estates in Saint-Émilion—the family’s history here dates back to 1571, when the “Aux Sables” estate passed to Catherine Adèle Decazes, who was married to Méliton Brun.Since the division of the family estate in 1821.The vineyard has remained virtually intact and is still owned by the descendants of the Brun family, who uphold the classic, unpretentious style of the right bank of Bordeaux.The vineyard itself is located on the slopes of a hill northwest of the town; the calcareous-clay soils, south-facing exposure, and excellent natural drainage allow the grapes to ripen evenly.It is a single, contiguous 10-hectare plot with shrubs that are, on average, about.40 years, with hand-harvested grapes and winemaking in concrete tanks; some of the wine—depending on the vintage—also ages in barrels.On average, about.50,000 bottles per year.

An interesting aspect is the estate’s preserved family-oriented, almost “rustic” character: it’s a place that doesn’t chase the trend of powerful oak, focusing instead on the purity of the fruit and noble restraint—an approach particularly evident in more subtle vintages, such as 2021.

The 2021 vintage at Château Brun fits the cooler, more classic profile of the appellation that year: a lighter body, fresher acidity, lower alcohol, and an emphasis on vibrancy and drinkability.It's a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc (typically produced at the estate, approx..80/20), made from hand-harvested grapes grown in a limestone-clay soil—delicate, crisp, and very much in the spirit of “Saint-Émilion”.

Appearance: a ruby color of medium depth with youthful, purple highlights; clear and vibrant.

Aroma: cherry and plum with notes of currant, tobacco leaf, and a hint of spice; a chalky, mineral background from the limestone soil.

Taste: medium-bodied, with lively acidity and fine-grained tannins; a core of red fruit (cherry, raspberry), a slight stone fruit bitterness on the finish, and a subtly spicy aftertaste.

Food pairings: classic dishes: roasted poultry (duck, herb-roasted chicken), veal, pork chops, leaner cuts of beef tenderloin; pairs perfectly with mushrooms, eggplant casseroles, and hard cheeses (Comté, Mimolette).