A beautifully crafted Bordeaux blend dominated by Merlot, Château Ferran 2020 delivers ripe blackcurrant, plum and spice layered with subtle oak and savory depth. Aged 12 months in French oak (30% new), it offers polished tannins, fresh balance and impressive structure.

The Wine Advocate | RP 90-92
Published: May 20, 2021
Drink: 2024-2039

A blend of 78% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Petit Verdot, the 2020 Ferran is aging for 12 months in French oak barrels, 30% new. The alcohol is 14%. Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, it features fragrant notes of kirsch, preserved plums, boysenberries and raspberry coulis, plus hints of spice cake, licorice and garrigue with a waft of cracked black pepper. The medium-bodied palate is elegant and spicy, offering a soft texture and seamless freshness, finishing savory.

Wine Enthusiast | WE 92
Published: Jan 10, 2024

This estate is close to Bordeaux. The blend of Merlot with touches of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot has produced a wine with dark cherry and vanilla aromas. Its ripe fruits, juicy and dense, are full bodied and still young. Drink from 2026. — Roger Voss

James Suckling | JS 91
Published: Dec 7, 2022

Blackcurrants, licorice, spearmint, rust and bark on the nose. It’s medium- to full-bodied with firm, chewy tannins. Compact and flavorful, if a little rustic in tannin texture. Needs to soften. Try in 2025.

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Producer: Château Ferran
Appellation: Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France
Vintage: 2020

Grape Varieties & Blend:
Mainly Merlot, with Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.

Terroir & Vineyard:
Classic Pessac-Léognan clay-limestone and gravel soils, contributing to structure and finesse.

Sustainable and environmentally conscious viticulture—certified HVE 3 (High Environmental Value).

Vinification & Aging:
Grapes are harvested by hand.

Traditional fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks.

Aged 12 months in French oak barrels, with a portion (about 30%) of new oak.

Tasting Profile:
Appearance: Medium to deep garnet-purple colour.
Aroma: Dark berries (blackcurrant, plum), spice, licorice and subtle earthy notes.
Palate: Medium-bodied with elegant fruit, crisp acidity and firm but polished tannins, finishing with savoury length.

Alcohol: ~14%

Serve: Best served at 16-18 °C and opened about an hour before drinking.
Ageing Potential: Drink from 2025 onwards and enjoy through the early 2030s.