Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Bordeaux Supérieur 2023
Medium-to-full-bodied dry red wine · Les Vignerons de Tutiac / Taste the Difference
Vintage: 2023
Type
Medium-to-full-bodied dry red wine
Producer
Les Vignerons de Tutiac / Taste the Difference
Country
France
Vintage
2023
Region & Appellation
Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur AOC
Grape Varieties
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc blend
Color & Appearance
Deep ruby red with a vibrant purple rim, indicating youth and good extraction
Aroma Profile
Fresh blackcurrant, plum, and red cherry notes complemented by hints of cedar, graphite, and subtle baking spice
Tasting Notes
A well-rounded palate offering a harmonious core of ripe dark fruits, supported by smooth tannins and balanced acidity leading to a clean, lingering finish
Flavor Profile
Ripe blackberry, plum, cassis, with secondary savory touches of tobacco leaf and subtle oak-driven vanilla
Body & Texture
Medium to full-bodied with a smooth, supple texture and approachable mouthfeel
Acidity & Tannins
Medium-plus acidity providing freshness, and fine-grained, well-integrated tannins that offer gentle grip
Sweetness Level
Bone dry with minimal residual sugar
Alcohol Content
13.0% ABV
Aging & Oak
Short-to-medium aging with partial oak contact to add complexity while preserving fresh primary fruit
Food Pairings
Roast lamb, grilled ribeye steak, duck breast, and hard aged cheeses like Cheddar or Comté
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 16-18°C in a standard Bordeaux glass, with 30 minutes of decanting recommended to let the aromas open up
Price Range
10 to 15 USD
Quality Assessment
Score range 88-90, representing an exceptional everyday drinking value tier that outperforms standard entry-level Bordeaux
Production Methods
Traditional destemming, temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation, gentle pump-overs for color and tannin extraction, and brief oak maturation
Terroir
Clay-limestone and gravelly soils across the greater Bordeaux region, benefiting from a temperate maritime climate
History & Heritage
Sainsbury's 'Taste the Difference' range focuses on sourcing from superior regional sites and reputable cooperative partners like Les Vignerons de Tutiac
Interesting Facts
Bordeaux Supérieur requires stricter production rules than standard Bordeaux AOC, including lower maximum yields and higher minimum alcohol levels
Cellaring Potential
Best enjoyed young within 3 to 5 years of the vintage to appreciate its fresh fruit vitality
Similar Wines
Standard Left and Right Bank Bordeaux generic AOCs, regional Cabernet-Merlot blends from southwestern France