Wine

The Chateau Malartic Lagraviere Rouge 2018 had all the characteristics of a great vintage. They have superb balance, tremendous freshness, and a distinguished, elegant character. The reds are beautifully crafted. The Merlot offers a sublime mid-palate, with a silkiness and density that are rarely achieved. The Cabernet is spectacular, with exceptional aromatic profiles and levels of quality. The Petit-Verdots, co-fermented with the merlots, are particularly silky. 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc "… some gorgeous rich liquorice and cassis fruits… the texture stands out for its silkiness. Clearly a very good wine, which opens up slowly and carefully. Classic but with depth and grip, continuing a run of successful vintages at Malartic.” - Wine Enthusiast “Cellar selection … this is a well-crafted wine. It combines richness with sophisticated tannins, dense black fruits and considerable potential. Ripe berry flavors give depth." - Decanter

Château Saint Nicolas • 2020 A.O.C Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux VINEYARD Varietals: 60% Merlot 20% Cabernet Franc 20% Cabernet sauvignon Soils: clay and gravels Size of the vineyard: 8 Ha Age of the vine: 25 years Planting density: 5000 /Ha Average Yield: 40 Hl/Ha Harvest: by machine VINIFICATION AND AGEING Vinification: plot selection, without sulfites from harvest to malolactic fermentation, traditional vatting period 30-40 days, flexible pump overs, pigeages Ageing: in stainless steel vats with staves Bottling at the château Production: 40 000 bottles TASTING NOTES An intense crimson red color. A powerful nose revealing intense blackcurrant, vanilla and roasted notes. The attack is frank, structured with velvet tannins. The mouth develops wild fruits, roasted coffee and vanilla aromas. A toasted and smoky finish leads to an expressive and fine length.