“The 2019 Malescot St-Exupéry is probably the most elegant wine I’ve tasted here. Smooth and radiant, the 2019 possesses remarkable depth with plenty of supporting structure beneath surprisingly well-integrated tannins. Minerality, dark red cherry and plum, spices, leather, and dried flowers unfold over time. The 2019 is a magical wine with tremendous character. Don’t miss it.” (Vinous 2022) - Delivery in a wooden case is available for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and selected shipping method)
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Eye
Ruby red color, high intensity
Nose
Complex and intense, with rich notes of dark fruits such as blackberry and blackcurrant, complemented by floral and roasted notes
Palate
A very fresh attack, beautifully structured with fine, velvety tannins, offering lovely fruit concentration, great aromatic complexity, and a seemingly endless finish
Serve
Decant at 16-18°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink from
2026
Drink before
2050
Guard
2060
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with a beef tenderloin with foie gras, duck breast with porcini mushrooms, or truffle-flavored Brie...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2016 guide): 4* Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Since 1990, this modestly sized estate—though large enough to delight many wine lovers—has been producing a robust Margaux, whose tannic structure perfectly reflects the high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon. Jean-Luc Zuger, its passionate owner, made a wise decision in enlisting Michel Rolland, who worked with him to better understand the character of the Médoc’s wines. The most recent vintages are highly recommended, combining power and harmony—exactly what the public rightly desires.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2022 guide) 94/100 (An outstanding wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The 2019 Malescot St. Exupéry is generous and expressive, bursting with aromas of blackcurrant, cherry, and blackberry, intertwined with notes of loamy soil, dark chocolate, and roasted espresso. Full-bodied, broad, and muscular, its fleshy fruit core is framed by succulent acidity and ripe, powdery tannins that assert themselves on the finish. It will benefit from some bottle aging for a flamboyant drinking experience. 2027–2060
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2016 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
Understated, this small Margaux estate quietly continues to produce some of the appellation’s most charming and distinctive wines. This success is owed to its owner, Jean-Luc Zuger, a dedicated winemaker who is always on the lookout for new avenues to explore. Boasting a remarkable terroir (partly adjacent to Château Margaux), it expresses the smoothness and ripeness of the fruit like no other: the wine consistently shines with its creamy, almost Burgundian texture and refined tannins. The consistency of recent vintages is impeccable.
Vinous
Wine rated (2022 guide) 96/100
About the wine:
Malescot St. Exupéry 2019 is probably the most elegant wine I’ve tasted here. Smooth and radiant, the 2019 possesses remarkable depth with plenty of supporting structure beneath surprisingly well-integrated tannins. Minerality, dark red cherry and plum, spices, leather, and dried flowers unfold over time. The 2019 is a magical wine with tremendous character. Don’t miss it. 2029–2049
James Suckling
Wine rated (2022 guide) 96/100
About the wine:
Soft aromas of redcurrants and berries, with notes of blackcurrant, black cherries, and flowers. It is full-bodied and complex, with beautifully polished tannins that linger for several minutes. It is tight and highly concentrated. It needs at least 6 or 7 years to open up. Try it after 2027.
Le Figaro vins
Wine rated (2022 guide) 94/100
About the wine:
The nose is quite full-bodied, with notes of fresh red fruit, spices, pepper, and hints of vanilla and mocha. This impression carries over to the palate, where the intense fruitiness is balanced by a freshness that gives the wine a lovely vibrancy.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2021 guide) 96/100
About the wine:
The second wine hinted at this with its intense fruitiness, so the grand vin can “only” confirm the trend; it is complex, intense, and reveals notes of blackcurrant, blueberry, and licorice. The attack stands out for its finesse and freshness. The wine combines charm, density, and power. It owes this power to its fine tannins, which create a beautiful harmony with the crisp character of the acid structure. A brilliant wine with a lingering finish. You’ll have to be patient, though! 2026–2049
The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve
Wine rated (2022 guide) 96/100
About the wine:
Lush, rich, and silky, this wine is deep, dark, and intense, with velvety tannins, freshness, and layers of opulent, refined, and elegant dark red fruit. The combination of velvety tannins, intensity, and a sumptuous finish hits the mark. If you can wait about ten years, this will be an exceptional wine to enjoy over the next two decades. Drink from 2029 to 2055.