Cabernet Sauv, Cabernet Franc & Merlot, Medium Bodied, Dry, 0.00% alcohol, Cork, (Case of 12 x 75cl Bottles)
Like de Fieuzal it’s a strong contender for a value buy and a Chateau that is always worth buying in the best years like 2000 and 2005. Slightly modern in style but won’t disappoint.
“Intense aromas of licorice, tar and spices, with plenty of fruit. Full, thick and powerful, with soft, round tannins and a fruity finish. Could use a little more fruit center palate, but this is very good”
James Suckling,WineSpectator.com 89-92 points
“Almost overripe and raisiny on the nose. Round and opulent but a little lacking in real core. Very drying sandpaper finish. One of the more uncomfortable Pessac-Léognans to taste. Date tasted 2nd April 2010. Drink 2016-2024”
Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com 15.5 / 20 points
“Black red, superbly concentrated purity of cassis fruit, then fragrant and slightly smoky lift, freshness runs through the precise intensity of vineyard fruit, a brilliantly expressed and focussed wine that needs time to open up. Drink 2018-35”
Steven Spurrier, Decanter.Com 18 / 20 points
“Progress has been ongoing at this vineyard, but proprietor Alexandre Bonnie has hit the proverbial home runs in 2009 with both his red and white wines. The best Malartic Lagraviere I have ever tasted, the 2009 is a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot. Cropped at a low 32 hectoliters per hectare, with a modest (by the standards of this vintage) 13.5% alcohol, the wine-s opaque purple color is accompanied by an unctuous texture, extraordinary elegance, lots of licorice, graphite, blueberry, black raspberry, and cherry characteristics, full body, terrific purity and length, and good acidity. This 2009 should easily evolve for 25-30+ years. Bravo! (Tasted four times.) Drink 2010-2040”
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (188) 93-95+ points *
Price ex. VAT: £420.00
Bottle Price ex. VAT: £35.00
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