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Chateau Le Rey, Les Argileuses, 2022

Red Wine from Bordeaux, France
by Chateau Le Rey
$24.99
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A refreshing departure from traditional oak-aged Bordeaux, Les Argileuses showcases the terroir philosophy of Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux. This 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc blend is aged entirely in stainless steel, drawing its character from the vineyard's distinctive green and blue clay soils. The result is a wine of surprising purity and depth—medium-bodied with intense licorice and blackberry flavors, fine-grained tannins, and remarkable freshness. Perfect for those seeking a more elegant, mineral-driven expression than heavily oaked Bordeaux, it drinks beautifully now but will reward cellaring through 2035.

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Robert Parker

91 points

"Bottled in April 2023, the 2022 Les Argileuses emerges from the glass with notes of iris, cassis and flowers intertwined with a lovely reduction. Moderately weighted and nicely juicy, it's round and supple with an enrobing mid-palate framed by velvety, delicate tannins that culminate in a long, penetrating, gourmand finish." —Yohan Castaing

Wine Enthusiast

89 points

"The cherry and coffee aroma and ripe blackberry fruits give this wine depth and richness. It comes from a parcel in the vineyard's blue clay soil. Ripe and juicy, it is pure fruit with no oak aging. Drink from 2026." —Roger Voss

More about Chateau Le Rey

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Red Blend

  • Vintage

    2022

  • Size

    750ml

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Full Bodied

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Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Grilled meats, herb-crusted lamb, earthy mushroom risotto, roasted beets

Tasting Profile

Licorice, blackberry, dark cherry, crushed stone; medium body, fine tannins, vibrant acidity, mineral finish