Winemaker Notes
A straight and seductive wine at the same time. It expresses with joy the richness and depth of the Malbec de Cahors born on the old terraces of the Lot. Young and expressive, its tannins are crunchy, its omnipresent freshness and its appetizing roundness. Its bouquet, marked by black fruits, spices, mint and some fresh peppers, evolves and enriches gradually, giving body and length in the mouth. Charming wine and excellent meal companion.
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
The estate wine from this producer, this is firm and tannic while also bursting with black fruits. Ripe blackberry flavors are generous, still hiding behind the structure but ready to come forward. This wine will be ready from 2021.
Celebrated for its bold flavors and supple texture, Malbec has enjoyed runaway success in Argentina since the late 20th century. The grape originated in Bordeaux, France, where it historically contributed color and tannin to blends. A French agronomist, who saw great potential for the variety in Mendoza’s hot, high-altitude landscape, brought Malbec to Argentina in 1868. Somm Secret—If you’re trying to please a crowd, Malbec is generally a safe bet with its combination of dense fruit and soft tannins.
Within the Southwest of France, this is the one region outside of Argentina that is today almost exclusively dependent on Malbec. Locally the variety is called Cot, and makes a dense, earthy and black fruit dominant red wine. Both the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean both have a strong influence on the climate of this region.