Malescot

2016 Margaux Red Blend

Chateau Malescot St Exupery Malescot is a stunning red blend from the prestigious Margaux region, showcasing the elegance and complexity that this famed area is known for. This 2016 vintage displays a captivating deep red hue, inviting you into its rich character. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, presenting a perfect harmony of flavors with pronounced fruit intensity that features luscious notes of dark berries and subtle undertones of spice. The acidity is bright and mouthwatering, enhancing the wine's refreshing attributes while supporting its structured profile. Tannins are notably firm, providing a solid backbone that promises great aging potential. This delightful red blend is dry, making it an excellent companion for a variety of food pairings or to enjoy on its own, embodying the essence of Margaux's terroir.

Tasting notes:

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Cedar

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Margaux

Margaux is one of the most important appellations in Bordeaux. It lies in the southern part of the Haut-Médoc on the Left Bank of the Gironde River. Unlike other prestigious Bordeaux appellations, Margaux's vineyards are not separated by quality. This means that vines belonging to the most celebrated châteaux often sit side-by-side with those of less exclusive wineries. All vineyards here benefit from the same gravel-rich soil and climate. Margaux wines tend to follow the typical Bordeaux blend, boasting a higher percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon than Merlot. These supple reds tend to have a strong, stable core of blackcurrant underpinned by a touch of cedar from time spent in oak. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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