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L'instant

2009 Cahors Malbec

Chateau Vincens L'instant is an exquisite red Malbec from the storied Cahors region, celebrated for producing wines with depth and character. This vintage, hailing from 2009, showcases a luscious profile with bold flavors of dark fruits, such as ripe blackberries and plums, complemented by rich notes of chocolate and espresso. Its structure reveals a full-bodied character, further enhanced by firm tannins that lend a delightful backbone, while the vibrant acidity adds a refreshing lift, making it incredibly food-friendly. The wine's enticing aroma invites you to indulge in its complexity, reflecting the unique terroir of Cahors, renowned for its sun-soaked days and cool nights that facilitate the perfect ripening of grapes. A true testament to the Malbec varietal, Chateau Vincens L'instant stands out as an elegant expression of this enchanting region.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Pairs well with:


Grilled Ribeye, Grilled Meats, Lamb Chops

Region:


Cahors

Southwestern France's Cahors region is known for its deep, dark red wines of the same name. This small town on the Lot River is the original home of the Malbec grape, which tastes very different from its modern Argentinean cousins. In Cahors, this juicy grape is known as Côt, and makes leaner and drier wines than New World examples. Expect earthy flavors of dried leaves and cocoa, firm tannins and such a concentration of color (and polyphenols) that Cahors is sometimes known as "black wine." While the majority of Cahors is single-varietal, sometimes Merlot and/or Tannat are blended in. Aged in oak, these wines exhibit intense flavors of dark berry and spice.

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