Château Croix de Bertinat
Château Croix de Bertinat sits in the Libournais, the heart of Bordeaux's right bank, where Merlot thrives in clay-rich soils and Cabernet varieties add structure and depth. The winery produces two flagship expressions: Expression Saint-Émilion, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot, and Révélation Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, built on Merlot with supporting Cabernet varieties. Both wines have earned recognition from Wine Spectator and Wine Advocate. The Libournais terroir—cooler and more continental than the left bank—encourages the ripeness and textural generosity for which the region's blends are prized. Here, Merlot anchors the wines with plush fruit and silky tannins, while Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon contribute aromatic complexity and aging potential.
Critics
Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate