Bordeaux Vignobles Andre Lurton Chateau de Rochemorin 2010

Natalie Maclean 89/100

Loads of oak and smoke on the nose and palate of this robust Bordeaux red wine from generous oak barrel aging. The 2010 vintage was a strong one. This winery is located in the Graves district of Bordeaux where the wines tend to be blacker, deeper and more oaky than other Bordeaux districts. This is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. Pair with a rare steak.  Boasts a tobacco and roasted cedar frame, with a sanguine edge that guides the lightly mulled plum and red currant fruit. The supple, stylish finish lingers.

Food pairings: roast beef, rare grilled New York striploin, dry-rub marinated flat iron steak.