A small (5 hct) vineyard of Merlot and Cabernet Franc on clay soils, Pailhaus uses concrete fermentation and maturation with 50% new oak, to bring out the best of the fruit-driven Merlot (80%) and the aromatic and herbaceous Cabernet Franc (20%). The style is a classic Right Bank. The bouquet opens with an elegant woody taste and red fruit notes. The palate is fleshy, racy and tannins give this wine a good length making it a concentrated and structured wine.