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La Réserve de Malartic 2016 - Second vin du Château Malartic-Lagravière

Name: La Réserve de Malartic 2016 - Château Malartic-Lagravière's second wine
Brand: Château Malartic-Lagravière
Rating: 3.9 (25 reviews)

Pessac-Léognan|Red wine

3.9/5 (25 customers)

89/100

Robert Parker

14,5/20

RVF

92/100

James Suckling

15,5/20

Bettane & Desseauve

“Deep purple in color, the 2016 La Réserve de Malartic offers notes of plums, ripe blackberries, and smoky aromas, along with hints of bay leaf, pencil lead, and tobacco. Well-structured and rich in black fruit, the palate reveals supple, refined tannins and a brilliant finish.” (Wine Advocate 2018 - Lisa Perrotti-Brown) A standout wine that has it all!

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Estate

Château Malartic-Lagravière

Vintage

La Réserve de Malartic

Vintage

2016

Designation

Pessac-Léognan

Region

Bordeaux

Grape Varieties

60% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot

Regions

Dry, clayey gravel soils, with a subsoil of shell limestone and a clay vein

Viticulture

Sustainable and HVE (High Environmental Value)

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

In small, temperature-controlled truncated-cone-shaped wooden and stainless steel tanks

Livestock Farming

15 months in French oak barrels

Alcohol content

13%

Eye

Dark, bright, and intense purple

Nose

Ripe and deep, with a lovely freshness and aromas of ripe red fruits. Spicy and mineral, with floral and smoky notes.

Palate

Rich and indulgent with a velvety texture, full-bodied with notes of dark fruit, mocha, dark chocolate, and a hint of mint. A beautiful, precise, and meticulously crafted structure that is very well-balanced with refined tannins.

Serve

At 16-18°C

Drink before

2026

Food and Wine Pairings

Pairs well with poultry stuffed with mushrooms, a cut of beef...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Wine rated 15.5/20 (Very good wine)

Rated estate (2019 guide): 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)

About the wine:

A perfectly open nose with good complexity, offering ripe fruit, notes of mild spices, a full-bodied palate, straightforward tannins, and good balance. A lovely second wine.

About the estate:

As perfectionist owners, the Bonnies have masterfully renovated the estate’s technical facilities, restored and expanded the vineyard, and—above all—transformed the wines. These Belgian wine enthusiasts purchased the estate from the Laurent-Perrier champagne house in 1990 and have brought it to its highest level. Their son, Jean-Jacques, has taken over, with the same attention to detail and commitment to excellence. The vineyard spans 53 hectares, including 7 hectares of white grape varieties, certified under sustainable agriculture practices. The second wine, formerly known as “Sillage-de-Malartic,” became “La Réserve de Malartic” in 2006. The reds, rigorously selected, possess astonishing strength and structure, which in no way detract from their innate finesse. The recent vintages of the whites are also remarkable: they have gained body and smoothness; they are racy, lively, and well-balanced. La Réserve de Malartic, in both white and red, proves to be the true “little brother” of the grand vin.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2018 guide) 89/100 (Very good wine)

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)

About the wine:

Deep purple in color, the 2016 La Réserve de Malartic features notes of plums, ripe blackberries, and smoky hints, as well as nuances of bay leaves, pencil lead, and tobacco. Medium-bodied on the palate and rich with black fruit, it reveals supple, refined tannins and a brilliant finish.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2020 guide) 14,5/20 (Good wine)

Rated Estate (2020 Guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)

About the wine:

It's certainly not lacking in richness, with lovely, juicy fruit and a very round mid-palate.

About the estate:

A perfect example of the appellation’s revival, Malartic-Lagravière has made spectacular progress since its acquisition in 1998 by Belgian entrepreneur Alfred-Alexandre Bonnie. With his son Jean-Jacques, his daughter Véronique, and his daughter-in-law Séverine, the estate has, in just a few years, made up for the ground it had lost during its time under the umbrella of the Champagne-based Laurent-Perrier group. The vineyard, superbly situated on a gravelly ridge behind the château, is impeccably maintained, and modern winemaking facilities have allowed the reds to gain in fullness and depth of body—particularly thanks to a vineyard that is maturing and developing deeper roots. The reds have never been better and rank among the most interesting in the appellation. The whites also exhibit a very refined, polished, and generous style. Careful observation of the aging process led the estate to invest in 350- and 500-liter wooden barrels for vinification and aging.

Wine Spectator

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)

Wine Enthusiast

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)

James Suckling

Wine rated (2019 guide) 92/100

About the wine:

It is ripe and supple, yet elegant, with medium body and a long, silky finish—ready to drink now. Alluring blueberry character. Drink now or save for later.

Customer Rating

3.9/5

based on 25 reviews

Review by Mr. FREDERIC B. Published on 12/17/2025

Deep red color. The nose offers aromas of ripe red fruits and a hint of freshness. The palate is smooth and shows no noticeable oak.