Bordeaux Supérieur, France · France
2022 Gonet-Médeville Cru Monplaisir
A round, concentrated 2022 Bordeaux Superieur with dark fruit, chocolate and soft tannins, drinking at its best right now through 2029.
- Varietal
- Bordeaux Blend
- Vintage
- 2022
Drinking Window
In 2026: At PeakIn the heart of its drinking window (2025–2029).
Right now: In May 2026 the 2022 Cru Monplaisir is drinking at its best, sitting squarely within its peak window that runs from 2025 through 2029. The wine has opened beautifully since release, with the concentrated dark fruit from the exceptional 2022 vintage showing vibrantly and the soft tannins fully integrated. This is a wine for current enjoyment, and there is no advantage to further cellaring beyond the window. Open, decant briefly for 15 minutes, and enjoy with a simple but well-cooked meal. The hard decline approaches in 2032, so bottles should be opened and enjoyed before that point.
About Gonet-Médeville
Gonet-Medeville is a Bordeaux estate with deep family roots in the region, producing wines across multiple appellations including Bordeaux Superieur, Sauternes and the Entre-Deux-Mers. The Cru Monplaisir is the estate's Bordeaux Superieur flagship, a Merlot-led blend that expresses the accessible, fruit-forward character of the appellation while maintaining the quality standards and careful farming that define the family's approach. The estate's wines are known for honest value and consistent quality across vintages.
Food Pairings
Roast chicken with mushroom and cream sauce
The wine's generous, round texture and dark fruit complement the richness of a cream-based mushroom sauce while the soft tannins avoid overwhelming the chicken.
Grilled lamb burgers with caramelized onions
The concentrated dark fruit and warm spice of the wine are a natural partner for grilled lamb, and the caramelized onions add sweetness that bridges the wine's fruit and the meat.
Aged gouda and fig jam on crusty bread
The chocolate and dark fruit notes in the wine find a natural affinity with aged Gouda's caramel character, and the fig jam adds a fruity sweetness that echoes the wine's plum notes.
Service & Cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 16-17C / 61-63F
- Decanting
- Decant for 15 to 20 minutes or pour directly into a large glass and allow 10 minutes to open. This is an approachable, ready-to-drink wine that does not require extended decanting.
- Cellar Storage
- 12-14C / 54-57F
Frequently Asked
What is Bordeaux Superieur?
Bordeaux Superieur is a step above basic Bordeaux AC in the regional hierarchy, with stricter yield limits and minimum alcohol requirements. Wines from this appellation are typically Merlot-dominant and made for near-term to medium-term drinking.
When should I drink the 2022 Cru Monplaisir?
The wine is at its best right now through 2029. There is no advantage to further cellaring, as this wine was built for accessible near-term enjoyment.
Who is Gonet-Medeville?
Gonet-Medeville is a Bordeaux family estate producing wines across multiple appellations including Bordeaux Superieur, Sauternes and Entre-Deux-Mers. The estate is known for honest quality and consistent value.
Is 2022 a good vintage for everyday Bordeaux?
Yes, the exceptional ripeness and concentration of the 2022 vintage lifted quality across all levels of Bordeaux, including entry-level and Bordeaux Superieur wines. The resulting wines show fruit depth that makes them particularly enjoyable.
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