2021 Chateau Senejac, Haut-Medoc

Slurp Wines NR

Chateau Senejac sits in the southern Haut-Medoc on gravelly soils between Margaux and the city of Bordeaux. The Cordier family has owned the estate since the 1960s and farms 40+ hectares with a focus on quality fruit selection. The 2021 vintage was challenging in Bordeaux, but careful vineyard management delivered wines with balance and structure. Blend is roughly 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, with Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Blackcurrant and blackberry with cedar, tobacco leaf and subtle herbal notes. Medium-bodied with ripe, present tannins, structured enough to age 5-8 years but approachable now with decanting. There`s freshness typical of the vintage cutting through the dark fruit. Well-judged oak integration adds complexity without heaviness. Decant 30-60 minutes if drinking young. Excellent with grilled red meats, roast lamb, or aged cheeses. Serve around 16-18°C. [Slurp Wines, 05/06/2026]