Clos de l'Esperance has a rich and round bouquet of ripe red and black fruit (cherry, blackcurrant), as well as a touch of vanilla. The tannins are quite smooth. The freshness and spiciness of the nose come through in the palate. The wine is altogether beautifully balanced and elegant. Ideal with duck or lamb. 100% Merlot

Clos de l'Esperance is the first investment of Jules Monroux at the age of 22. He is the 5th generation of winemaker in the Saint Emilion area. His father Antoine, owns and runs Chateau Franc Bigaroux in the Saint Emilion Grand Cru appellation. Clos de l'Esperance is a little 6 hectares vineyard of Merlot, planted on top of the Lussac Saint Emilion appellation, on clay and limestone.

Clos de l'Esperance is 100% Merlot grown on 40+ year old vines. After a manual harvest the wines go through a traditional vinification with 20 days of maceration to ensure good extraction of tannins and aromas. The wine is then aged in 225L and 500L barrels, amphoras and wine globes for a maximum of complexity and elegance in the final wine.