{"title":"CHATEAU TERTRE ROTEBOEUF","description":"\u003cp\u003eTertre Roteboeuf is a highly sought-after estate in Saint-Émilion, renowned for producing extraordinarily rich, expressive and distinctive Right Bank Bordeaux. Created under the direction of François Mitjavile, the property has developed a cult reputation for its individual approach to viticulture and winemaking, producing small quantities of Merlot-led wine with remarkable depth, perfume and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate occupies a small vineyard on the slopes of Saint-Laurent-des-Combes, overlooking the Dordogne Valley. Its amphitheatre-like position creates a distinctive mesoclimate, with favourable exposure helping the grapes achieve exceptional maturity while the sloping terrain and limestone influence contribute freshness and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard is planted predominantly to Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Franc. Merlot provides the wine's generous texture, ripe plum and black cherry character, while Cabernet Franc contributes perfume, freshness, spice and structural complexity. The combination produces a distinctive expression of Saint-Émilion that balances remarkable ripeness with energy and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTertre Roteboeuf is particularly associated with late harvesting and extended ripening, an approach that allows the fruit to develop exceptional aromatic maturity and concentration. François Mitjavile's philosophy focuses less on conventional formulas and more on responding closely to the vineyard and individual conditions of each vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wines typically reveal layers of black cherry, plum, blackberry and raspberry, accompanied by violet, rose, liquorice, tobacco, chocolate and exotic spice. The palate can be remarkably rich and velvety, yet carefully judged acidity and fine tannins maintain balance. With bottle age, the wine develops additional savoury, earthy and tertiary complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaking at Tertre Roteboeuf is equally distinctive. Fermentation and maturation are handled with meticulous attention, while French oak barrels play an important role in developing the wine's texture, aromatic complexity and signature style. Production remains very limited, contributing to the wine's rarity and strong demand among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mitjavile family is also associated with Roc de Cambes in the Côtes de Bourg, another highly regarded Bordeaux property shaped by François Mitjavile's distinctive approach. Tertre Roteboeuf, however, remains the family's flagship and one of Saint-Émilion's most individual wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors, Tertre Roteboeuf offers a compelling alternative to more conventionally styled Saint-Émilion. Its tiny production, exceptional hillside terroir and unmistakable Mitjavile philosophy have established it as one of the most coveted and distinctive wines of Bordeaux's Right Bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop Tertre Roteboeuf wines online at Wine More Cellars Australia. Discover premium Saint-Émilion, Merlot and collectible Right Bank Bordeaux with Australia-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2022-chateau-tertre-roteboeuf","title":"2022 Château Tertre Roteboeuf","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 2022 Château Tertre Roteboeuf Premier Grand Cru Classé is one of Saint-Émilion's most distinctive and sought-after wines, crafted by François Mitjavile from a small hillside vineyard on the limestone and clay slopes of the appellation. The exceptional 2022 vintage combines remarkable concentration with the estate's signature elegance and aromatic complexity. The nose is intensely expressive, revealing aromas of black cherry, blackberry and ripe plum, layered with violet, exotic spice, cedar, truffle and subtle mocha notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOn the palate, it is full-bodied with silky, beautifully integrated tannins and vibrant acidity that brings precision to its generous fruit. Flavours of dark berries, cassis, liquorice and dark chocolate are complemented by mineral notes and finely judged French oak, leading to a long, seamless finish with exceptional depth and finesse. Despite its richness, the wine remains balanced and finely detailed, reflecting the unique character of this celebrated Saint-Émilion estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen's Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Wine More Cellars, this is an exceptional choice for collectors seeking one of Bordeaux's most iconic and limited-production wines. Pair with beef fillet, roast lamb, venison, duck breast, truffle dishes or aged hard cheeses. While already captivating with careful decanting, it will continue to evolve magnificently over the next 25–35 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eInfo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"height: 122.465px;\" width=\"846\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22.5521px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 22.5521px; text-align: center; width: 250.806px;\"\u003eCOUNTRY\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 22.5521px; text-align: left; width: 293.465px;\"\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 19.5833px; text-align: center; width: 250.806px;\"\u003ePRODUCER\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px; width: 293.465px;\"\u003eChâteau Tertre Roteboeuf\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 19.5833px; text-align: center; width: 250.806px;\"\u003eVARIETY\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px; width: 293.465px;\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21.5799px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 21.5799px; text-align: center; width: 250.806px;\"\u003eSTYLE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 21.5799px; width: 293.465px;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 19.5833px; text-align: center; width: 250.806px;\"\u003eVINTAGE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px; width: 293.465px;\"\u003e2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 19.5833px; text-align: center; width: 250.806px;\"\u003eSIZE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5833px; text-align: left; width: 293.465px;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Tertre Roteboeuf","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51538532499771,"sku":"TERROT226","price":675.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/6779\/7699\/files\/2022ChateauTertreRoteboeuf1erCruGrandClasse.jpg?v=1785947752"}],"url":"https:\/\/winemore.com.au\/collections\/chateau-tertre-roteboeuf.oembed","provider":"Wine More Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}