Tasting notes
A core of ripe black cherry and fleshy plum, with subtle floral aroma from the Cabernet Franc. The palate has supple tannins, excellent freshness, and a persistent, complex finish built for aging, but drinking well now. Ideal with a classic roast leg of lamb.
Why we recommend this wine
Château Daugay is a great expression of classic St-Émilion terroir and value. It offers both immediate enjoyment and the structure required for long-term cellaring. Decanting an hour before will really open up this wine for immediate enjoyment.
The wine
A blend composed of 77% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon. The 8-hectare vineyard is situated on the slope’s clay-limestone soils, with vines averaging 40 years of age. Winemaking is meticulous: grapes are hand-harvested and vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and wooden vats. The wine is aged in 25% in new oak barrels, 25% in one-year barrels, 25% in oak tank, 25% in stainless-steel tanks to retain purity and freshness.
The wine estate
Château Daugay holds an historic place in St-Émilion, its history dating back to 1807. The domaine was acquired by Christian de Brouard after the second world war when it became part of Château Angelus. However in 1985, with the new Saint-Emilion classification, Daugay separated from Angélus. Today, the estate remains under the family’s guidance with Christian’s daughter, Hélène manageing the estate. She applies the same winemaking methods used by her family for generations, following a philosophy centered on organic farming practices and producing a pure, classic St-Émilion style.
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Food and wine
The wine’s refined structure and concentrated dark fruit profile make it highly versatile for richer, savory dishes. Beyond a traditional roast leg of lamb, we suggest pairing it with wild mushroom risotto, seared duck breast, or a classic côte de bœuf. It also pairs beautifully with mature hard cheeses like Comté or aged cheddar. The freshness and fine tannins cut through fat while complementing deep, earthy flavours. Refer also to our food and wine pairing guide, click here.
Did you know?
'St Emilion Grand Cru' would more accurately reflect what it is if the wines were refered to as 'St Emilion Supérieur'. The 600 or so châteaux that use the term on their labels simply have to produce wines with 0.5% more alcohol and a slightly lower yield than basic St Emilion. In comparison Ch Angelus is a Premier Grand Cru Classé “A”, the top rank classification