Ancestral

2011 Cahors Malbec

Chateau Armandiere Ancestral is a captivating Malbec from the renowned Cahors region. This vintage possesses a deep ruby hue, inviting you to experience its rich character. The wine offers a full-bodied experience, with vibrant acidity that brings a lively freshness to each sip. You will find prominent fruit intensity, showcasing luscious dark fruits such as blackberry and plum, perfectly balanced with hints of fig and a touch of spice. The tannins are firm yet elegant, providing structure while ensuring a velvety mouthfeel. As a dry wine, it elegantly highlights the terroir of Cahors, delivering a delightful complexity that makes it a wonderful companion for hearty dishes or refined gatherings.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Plum

Pairs well with:

Char-grilled Lamb Chops with Fig Sauce, Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops

Region:

France

While it was not the first country to master winemaking, no other country has determined the course of wine and wine culture as much as France. From the sparkling wines of Champagne to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Burgundy; from Bordeaux's sumptuous blends to Alsace's Riesling; and from the Loire Valley's Sauvignon Blancs to exciting new regions like Pays d'Oc in the south, France has given the world nearly all the major styles and grape varieties that dominate what we drink today. There are numerous reasons why France and wine are so inextricably linked, but perhaps the foremost is geography. Few places can rival France's unique array of hot and cool-climate regions and the abundant maritime influences and mountainous terrain found throughout the country.

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