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Winemakers: Claude Berrouet
Variety: Merlot (79%) which, combined with Cabernet Sauvignon (14%) and Cabernet Franc (7%)
Farming: HVE Sustainable
Terroir: Gravel, clay
Vinification: The grapes are sorted on arrival at the winery, where they are carefully destemmed and lightly crushed then left to ferment in temperature-controlled concrete tanks. Alcoholic fermentation is followed by a period of maceration, for a total vatting time of around three weeks depending on the lots and grape varieties.
Aging: Château de Sales is matured for 12 months in oak barrels, 15-20% of which are renewed each year.