Though Graves produces both red and white wines, it is mostly known for its elegant Cabernet Sauvignon-based blends, which are typically redolent of dark cherries with savory spice, chocolate and a distinctive minerality.

Wines here tend to be lighter in body and mature more quickly than those from the Haut-Médoc, yet still have fantastic aging potential. Located on Bordeaux’s left bank, Graves is known for its gravel soils, which retain the sun’s heat and help ripen grapes.

Jean Medeville wine is full-bodied nature.  The Graves appellation covers more than 3,800 hectares. Supple and of an intense aromatic richness mixing red and black fruits with more floral and spicy notes, the red wines of the controlled Graves appellation develop a fine and delicate bouquet with chocolate nuances. The dry white Graves have a beautiful golden color. Their complex nose expresses pleasant aromas of citrus fruits (grapefruit…), passion fruit, flowers (broom, acacia…), boxwood, beeswax or even dried fruits. In the mouth, they show liveliness, with roundness, flesh, fat and a lot of freshness. These are elegant, racy, and powerful wines. They can be enjoyed young, but some have a good aging potential. The blend combines Sauvignon, which brings liveliness and freshness,

Merlot: 60%, Cabernet Sauvignon: 40%

Clear and brilliant color. Notes of boxwood at first, then the nose opens with a beautiful harmony of citrus fruits. Rather round on the palate with a supple attack. Return of boxwood, citrus, a little flint. Good aromatic persistence