Barton & Guestier Reserve Merlot

Description

Brilliant garnet red colour. The nose reveals delightful aromas of ripe strawberries and blackberries with delicate coffee notes. Harmonious and elegant on the palate, offering a round structure of red and black berries. To be enjoyed with Beef, Pasta and VealnThe companys founder, Thomas Barton left his native Ireland in the beginning of the 18th century and emigrated to Bordeaux when he was just 30 years old. As a true adventurer he founded his wine-shipping company in 1725. Very quickly, his efforts brought an unbelievable level of prosperity and by 1747, Thomas Barton was considered Bordeauxs number one shipper and his loyal clients nicknamed him French Tom. He was the first shipper to have his own wine estates. In 1802 Hugh Barton, his grandson and successor, teamed up with Daniel Guestier, a French trader, to create Barton & Guestier which is today the oldest wine merchant established in Bordeaux.