Prieur de Meyney

In the glass

Aroma: ripe red fruit, plum, light spice, herbs, soft earth

Palate: red berries, cassis, gentle tannins, fresh acidity

Second wine of Chateau Meyney since 1979, named for the estate's 17th-century priory origins. Produced from younger vines (approximately 35-40 years) using minimal new oak to preserve fresh fruit character; a reliable everyday Saint-Estephe.

What it pairs with

• Roasted chicken legs with garlic and lemon
  Approachable tannins and fresh fruit make Prieur de Meyney a natural match for simple roasted poultry.
• Beef and vegetable stew
  The wine's medium body and fresh acidity cut through hearty peasant stews without needing the grand vin's full structure.
• Charcuterie and pate with cornichons
  Gentle tannins and red fruit do not overwhelm the delicate balance of preserved meats; acid cuts the fat.

History

Prieur de Meyney takes its name from the estate's original 17th-century designation as Prieure des Couleys. Produced since 1979 from younger vines and supple-producing parcels with lower oak influence to preserve freshness. The same biologically rigorous approach as the grand vin applies.

1. 1979 — First vintage of Prieur de Meyney

Facts

Producer

Chateau Meyney

Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

Classification

Saint-Estephe AOC

Oak

16 months in 10-15% new French oak barriques

ABV

13.0%

Price

$15-30 at retail

Drinking window

3-15 from vintage

First vintage

1979

Scores

• Wine Advocate 89 (2019 vintage, reviewed 2022)

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