2011 Chateau Ausone
Bordeaux Blend Red
France / Bordeaux / Libournais / Saint-Emilion
WINEMAKER NOTES
2011 Chateau Ausone – Limestone Precision from Saint-Emilion
The 2011 Chateau Ausone offers a compelling expression of one of Bordeaux’s most revered Right Bank estates. Perched on steep limestone slopes above Saint-Emilion, Ausone is renowned for producing wines of structure, restraint, and longevity. The 2011 vintage highlights the estate’s ability to translate terroir into a refined and age-worthy profile, even in more challenging years.
Tasting Notes
Aromas of black cherry, plum skin, graphite, and dried herbs emerge gradually from the glass. On the palate, the wine is poised and finely detailed, showing layered dark fruit, mineral tension, and polished tannins. Fresh acidity provides lift and balance, carrying through to a long, focused finish marked by subtle floral and earthy tones.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The blend is dominated by Cabernet Franc with a supporting portion of Merlot, sourced from old vines rooted in pure limestone soils. Fermentation is conducted parcel by parcel, followed by aging in French oak barrels. The elevated vineyard sites and low yields contribute to the wine’s precision and structural integrity.
Investment & Collectibility
Chateau Ausone remains one of Bordeaux’s most tightly held wines, with limited production and consistent global demand. While the 2011 is more understated than some surrounding vintages, its classical structure and provenance support long-term collectibility and cellar potential.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
The 2011 Bordeaux vintage required careful vineyard management, rewarding estates with top terroir. At Ausone, these conditions resulted in a wine defined by balance, minerality, and clarity of expression.
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Shipping Information
Domestic Shipping
We ship wine to eligible U.S. states via UPS or FedEx. Orders placed Monday through Thursday before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time typically ship the same day. Orders placed after the shipping cutoff will be scheduled for the next available shipping day.
Los Angeles Delivery
Same-day delivery may be available within the Los Angeles area Monday through Friday for orders placed before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Please contact us to confirm availability and delivery arrangements.
Packaging & Temperature
Wine is packed in protective EPS foam shipping containers, with gel packs used when appropriate. Original Wooden Cases (OWC) are shipped separately to help protect both the wine and the wooden case during transit.
Because wine is temperature-sensitive, we may recommend expedited shipping or holding an order when weather conditions present an elevated risk. Please review our Temperature Protection & Shipping Policy for additional information.
Weather Holds & Storage
During periods of extreme heat or cold, shipments may be delayed until conditions improve. Customers may also request that an order be held for a later shipping date.
Complimentary temperature-controlled storage is available for up to 6 months from the date of purchase. Select the available weather-hold option at checkout or contact us to coordinate a future shipment.
Shipping Protection
Shipping protection for loss or visible damage in transit is included with eligible shipments, subject to applicable terms and carrier requirements. Temperature-related deterioration is not covered.
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International Shipping
International shipping may be available to select destinations and requires review before purchase. Please see our International Shipping Information for eligibility and inquiry details.
Where We Ship
We currently ship wine to the following U.S. states:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Shipping laws and carrier availability may change. If your state is not available as a shipping destination at checkout, please contact us to confirm current eligibility.
2011 Chateau Ausone – Limestone Precision from Saint-Emilion
The 2011 Chateau Ausone offers a compelling expression of one of Bordeaux’s most revered Right Bank estates. Perched on steep limestone slopes above Saint-Emilion, Ausone is renowned for producing wines of structure, restraint, and longevity. The 2011 vintage highlights the estate’s ability to translate terroir into a refined and age-worthy profile, even in more challenging years.
Tasting Notes
Aromas of black cherry, plum skin, graphite, and dried herbs emerge gradually from the glass. On the palate, the wine is poised and finely detailed, showing layered dark fruit, mineral tension, and polished tannins. Fresh acidity provides lift and balance, carrying through to a long, focused finish marked by subtle floral and earthy tones.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The blend is dominated by Cabernet Franc with a supporting portion of Merlot, sourced from old vines rooted in pure limestone soils. Fermentation is conducted parcel by parcel, followed by aging in French oak barrels. The elevated vineyard sites and low yields contribute to the wine’s precision and structural integrity.
Investment & Collectibility
Chateau Ausone remains one of Bordeaux’s most tightly held wines, with limited production and consistent global demand. While the 2011 is more understated than some surrounding vintages, its classical structure and provenance support long-term collectibility and cellar potential.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
The 2011 Bordeaux vintage required careful vineyard management, rewarding estates with top terroir. At Ausone, these conditions resulted in a wine defined by balance, minerality, and clarity of expression.
Explore Related Collections
2011 Chateau Ausone – Limestone Precision from Saint-Emilion
The 2011 Chateau Ausone offers a compelling expression of one of Bordeaux’s most revered Right Bank estates. Perched on steep limestone slopes above Saint-Emilion, Ausone is renowned for producing wines of structure, restraint, and longevity. The 2011 vintage highlights the estate’s ability to translate terroir into a refined and age-worthy profile, even in more challenging years.
Tasting Notes
Aromas of black cherry, plum skin, graphite, and dried herbs emerge gradually from the glass. On the palate, the wine is poised and finely detailed, showing layered dark fruit, mineral tension, and polished tannins. Fresh acidity provides lift and balance, carrying through to a long, focused finish marked by subtle floral and earthy tones.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The blend is dominated by Cabernet Franc with a supporting portion of Merlot, sourced from old vines rooted in pure limestone soils. Fermentation is conducted parcel by parcel, followed by aging in French oak barrels. The elevated vineyard sites and low yields contribute to the wine’s precision and structural integrity.
Investment & Collectibility
Chateau Ausone remains one of Bordeaux’s most tightly held wines, with limited production and consistent global demand. While the 2011 is more understated than some surrounding vintages, its classical structure and provenance support long-term collectibility and cellar potential.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
The 2011 Bordeaux vintage required careful vineyard management, rewarding estates with top terroir. At Ausone, these conditions resulted in a wine defined by balance, minerality, and clarity of expression.
Explore Related Collections
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