Chateau Haut-Sorillon Bordeaux Superieur Review

A decent example of Bordeaux Superieur from Trader Joe’s. We review the Chateau Haut-Sorillon Bordeaux Superieur from Vignobles Rousseau.

80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc from Abzac in the Bordeaux Superieur appellation of France near St. Emilion. As a Bordeaux Superieur wine it must have at least 9 months of aging before release.

The wine is made by Vignobles Rousseau and is vegan friendly.

The Chateau Haut-Sorillon Bordeaux Superieur is available for $10.99 exclusively at Trader Joe’s in the USA. It is imported by Latitude Wines.

From the winery:

2023 Chateau Haut-Sorillon Bordeaux Superieur

AREA: 56 hectares
TERROIR: Plateau of medium gravel on the surface and gravel with large pebbles at depth.
Vines between 3 and 65 years old, controlled natural ground cover.
VARIETY: 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon

VINIFICATION: Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, extraction by pump-overs, punch-downs and rackings, 12 months of aging in tanks. No fining.
IFS Food 7 compliant until bottling.

PROFILE: A supple wine, with a round and fruity palate.

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FOOD AND WINE PAIRINGS: Best enjoyed at room temperature.
Pairs well with red meats, grilled meats and cheeses.

13.5% Alcohol

The 2023 Chateau Haut-Sorillon Bordeaux Superieur opens with an attractive, easy aroma of black cherry, blackberry and spice. It’s a decent start.

The wine tastes juicy, balanced, and soft. Featuring similar flavors to the nose, it’s not tannic at all. It’s also doesn’t have much complexity but it is easy to drink and satisfying enough.

It ends dry with good length and was similar on day 2. At just $11, it’s worth the price of admission but not much more than that.

 
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Review Summary

Chateau Haut-Sorillon Bordeaux Superieur Review • Reverse Wine Snob

A decent example of Bordeaux Superieur from Trader Joe's. We review the Chateau Haut-Sorillon Bordeaux Superieur from Vignobles Rousseau.

Editor's Rating:
7.3

Pros

• 87-88 points
• Easy to drink

Cons

• It's worth the price tag but that's it.
• Lacks complexity