Château Fleur Haut Gaussens - Malbec "La Viminière" 2016
15/20
RVF
15/20
Bettane & Desseauve
“The 2016 La Viminière, a pure Malbec, is reminiscent of the coolest terroirs of Cahors: a nose of wild fruit, and a palate built around a robust yet refined tannic structure.” (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2018 - RVF)
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Nose
Very pure and elegant, with aromas of blackberries and blueberries. Well-integrated woody notes
Palate
Precise attack. A powerful structure with a refined balance of aromas, tannins, body, and freshness. Full-bodied with a long finish featuring notes of black fruit, blond tobacco, and slightly peppery spices. An elegant tannic structure. A complex and lingering finish.
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink from
2017
Drink before
2022
Food and wine pairings
It pairs well with country-style terrines, game, and grilled red meats—whether served with sauce or in a stew...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2018 guide) 15/20 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) 1*Star (A high-quality, recommendable wine that lives up to expectations for its appellation(s))
About the estate:
For the past five years, this Entre-Deux-Mers estate has been winning over wine lovers with its full-bodied wines, featuring expressive fruitiness that pairs beautifully with toasty oak notes.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2018 guide) 15/20 (Good wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the wine:
The 2016 Viminière, a pure Malbec, is reminiscent of the cooler terroirs of Cahors: it has a nose of wild fruit and a palate built around a robust yet refined tannic structure.
About the estate:
Starting with the family vineyard on the right bank in Vérac, near Fronsac, Hervé Lhuillier has established a true premium Bordeaux brand, built on the foundations of depth, authenticity, and carefully controlled oak aging. New vines of Sauvignon, Malbec, and Petit Verdot, planted on exposed limestone (the quarries are open to visitors), will soon begin production. While the density-sorting machine brought greater precision to the 2018 vintage, we remain unsatisfied with the somewhat excessive extraction and aging. Let’s give the wines time to settle before considering removing the star.
Jancis Robinson
Rated: Recommended
Vinous
Rated: Recommended
James Suckling
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
4.3/5
based on 3 reviews
Review by Mr. ANDREA Z. Published on March 7, 2022
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Review by Mr. PHILIPPE R. Published on 12/10/2018
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Review by Mr. RONAN B. Published on May 7, 2018
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