M de la Grande Métairie, Cuvée 100% Malbec 2018 2018

Description

Bordeaux red dry still wine, well-rounded and fruity. Single grape wine made from only Malbec.

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Vinification

Mechanical or manual harvest, with destemming in the vineyard, during the cool hours of the day - between 5 and 8 in the morning Two different techniques are used : - Traditional vinification for 90% of the harvest - Thermovinification for the remaining tenth. The harvest is gently heated to 75°C, in order to intensify the grapes' fruit aroma and soften the tannins. Maceration for 6 hours, after which the harvest ist cooled back to 20°C. Pressing halfway through the fermentation process. Once the alcohol fermentation complete, the malolactic fermentation is started. Maturing on fine lees for a six months with regular stirrings (every 3 months). Fining and stabilization of the wines before pre-filtration. Filtration and bottling at the Château.

Vineyard: Gornac

The Entre-deux-Mers region is situated within the Bordeaux Appellation and benefits from oceanic climate due to its closeness to the Atlantic. The winery's terroir mainly consists of clay- and limestone soils.

Food Pairing

Deep purple colour, intense black fruit aromas, especially blackcurrant, cherry and a slight spicy note brought by the vine variety : Malbec. Soft tannins and roundness are well balanced with the fruit notes. Perfect with red meat or cheese. It should be served at 15-16°. This wine can age for 5 years.