A Low-Alcohol Bordeaux Red Redefines Luxury Wine
Pour yourself a cup for this one: Bordeaux’s first 0.5% ABV red is rewriting the rules of luxury wine. Ilex, a single-varietal Merlot from Saint-Émilion, arrives as a bold statement in the low-alcohol wine world. Crafted by Château Franc Mayne, this 100% Merlot is more than a gimmick—it’s a masterclass in balancing restraint with richness. The wine’s alcohol is stripped after natural complexity develops, preserving its structure and depth. This approach ensures Ilex isn’t just a lighter sip but a wine that demands to be savored. At its core, Ilex is a testament to terroir. The 2023 vintage, harvested earlier…