{"product_id":"grand-bateau-2022","title":"Grand Bateau 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background \u0026amp; History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrand Bateau is a Bordeaux wine brand created in collaboration with the team behind \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChâteau Beychevelle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, one of the well‑known estates in Saint‑Julien (Médoc). The \u003ci\u003eGrand Bateau\u003c\/i\u003e label is designed as a Bordeaux range that reflects the traditional style of the region while remaining approachable and consistent in quality across vintages. The iconic boat on the label references the mythical galleon associated with Château Beychevelle’s history and heritage.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer \u0026amp; Winemaker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eProduced by the \u003ci\u003eGrand Bateau\u003c\/i\u003e brand under the technical supervision and expertise of the Château Beychevelle team (often linked with Maison Barrière and Beychevelle winemaking operations). Specific individual winemaker names aren’t broadly publicized for this label.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrapes for Grand Bateau are sourced from various parcels across the Bordeaux appellation, typical of a négociant‑style Bordeaux blend. These sites benefit from classic Bordeaux terroir — gravelly soils with good drainage and climatic influence from the nearby Gironde estuary that aids ripening.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV %\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eApproximately \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e13.5% ABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification and Aging Method\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eVinification combines traditional and modern techniques: fermentation in temperature‑controlled stainless steel vats, with portions aged in oak barrels. The wine is generally aged in oak (approximately 6–8 months) to integrate spice and structural notes.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrapes Varietals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e75% Merlot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e25% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTypical Bordeaux red blend proportions for this wine.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e Ruby red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Ripe red fruits like plum and cassis with subtle spice and gentle oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Medium‑bodied with velvety ripe fruit, balanced acidity, and soft tannins leading to a savoury finish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs well with classic French‑style dishes: roasted or grilled red meats, duck confit, lamb chops, hearty cassoulet, and aged cheeses. Also works with charcuterie or mushroom‑based dishes. (Serving temperature ~16–18°C).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDecant briefly (20–30 minutes) to open up aromas. Serve in a medium‑large red wine glass at \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e16–18°C (61–64°F)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBest enjoyed within \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e3–6 years\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e of vintage. With careful storage (cool, dark, ~12–14°C), it can develop slowly but it’s crafted more for approachable drinking than long cellar aging.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chelsea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46445304447107,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/9401\/7667\/files\/GrandBateau2022Cork750ml.png?v=1769695331","url":"https:\/\/www.omycellar.com\/products\/grand-bateau-2022","provider":"OMY Cellar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}