To our Spectrum Wine clients,

We are always on the hunt for perfectly aged older Bordeaux from top vintages that won't break the bank. That being said, today's offer, the 2000 Chateau Saint Nicolas from Fronsac, owned by the Chevalier family with a rich history that dates back to the 18th century, is the epitome of just what we are looking for.

The 25-acre vineyards of Chateau Saint Nicolas are located on a hillside that overlooks the Dordogne River, and benefiting from a unique terroir on clay over limestone and a microclimate that is ideal and similar to its Saint Emilion neighbors. The Chevalier family has been producing wine at the chateau for over a century, and they have become known for their commitment to quality and their respect for tradition.

We recently tasted a few older vintages from the estate and the one that stood out (other than the 1998 we featured earlier) was this bottling from the outstanding 2000 vintage. This was a year that all of Bordeaux shined in which the weather was mild, and the grapes were able to ripen slowly, resulting in wines that are rich, complex, and elegant. The 2000 Chateau Saint Nicolas is no exception...