2020 Chateau Sicot Bordeaux Superieur

In the glass, the 2020 Château Sicot Bordeaux Supérieur shows a deep ruby color. The nose is moderately expressive, with aromas of black cherry, plum, and blackberry, alongside notes of cedar, spice, and a light earthy undertone. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with firm but approachable tannins and moderate acidity. The fruit is ripe but not overly sweet, supported by subtle oak and a slight savory edge. The finish is dry, with a balanced structure that reflects both the vintage and the appellation.

A humble, everyday Bordeaux rouge from a tiny, ten-person team winery with a 50-year history. The head of their family business, Philippe Carretero, engineer—oenologist, has led this team for about 30 of the 50 years Chateau Sicot has existed. Compared to many of the wineries around the world and even in Bordeaux, this Chateau is small. It may be because of their size that they’ve managed to successfully (& quickly) commit and convert their vineyards over to organic farming, achieving ECOCERT certification in 2009. The process of achieving an organic certification is time-consuming and expensive, but the benefits far outweigh the costs. They’ve seen the life of their soils strengthen, preventing erosion & the deterioration of microorganisms vital to keeping the ground healthy. Their vines have become healthier and more resistant to disease as well, all resulting in better fruit, which yields better wine!