Chateau LaSuite

Saraband 2016

Slow, dignified, with quiet complexity – that's how a sarabande sounds, that's how this wine tastes.

This cuvée is the heart of our winery and is made each year from all of our estate's red grape varieties. Thanks to Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Malbec, it unfolds flavors of dark berries, cocoa, and graphite, underscored by the earthy notes of Cabernet Franc. Typically, 18 months of aging in mostly used barriques lends depth without heaviness. A multi-layered red wine that invites contemplation and gains in complexity with each passing year.

Grape varieties +
75% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Malbec, 4% Cabernet Franc
Expansion +

17 months in barrique, 50% new wood

Taste description +
Taste description Sarabande 2016
Year description +
The 2016 vintage was characterized by a very rainy season until May. Flowering proceeded correctly and uniformly. The dry conditions from June until harvest favored a slow and even ripening of the grapes. The weather conditions ensured an excellent degree of ripeness.
Technical analysis +
Alcohol 13.5%, pH 3.71
Edition / Limitation (2016)
11687 Bottles
DAS HERZSTÜCK
Ein Wein der Ruhe und Tiefe. Dunkle Frucht, Graphit und die kühle Eleganz langer Reife.
Sarabande ist das Herzstück der Suite – ein Wein, der erst durch Zeit seine Balance und eigene Identität entfaltet.
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Character & Flavor Profile

philosophy

"A TRIBUTE TO COMPLEXITY"

Sarabande is the centerpiece of our suite – a wine that only develops its balance and unique identity over time.

Maturity forecast

Based on vintage characteristics & storage

2016 harvest 2018 Barrel aging Bottle aging 2026 Release 2025 Enjoyment Start 2029 2032 PLATEAU 2036 Final Ideal TODAY
The ascent

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Das Terroir: Saraband

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