Château Malartic-Lagravière 2010 - Grand Cru Classé de Graves
Ratings: Robert Parker 94/100, Bettane & Desseauve 18/20, RVF 17/20, Guide Hachette 3*** (Exceptional Wine), Wine Enthusiast 92-94/100, Decanter 18/20 (4*)
“As successful as the 2009, with the refinement and depth characteristic of this vintage. Rich, ripe fruit, subtle floral and smoky notes, harmonious, charming, dense texture, with a taut and energetic finish. ” (The Bettane & Desseauve Guide to French Wines 2014). Ripe and deep, a red wine with lovely freshness... • Delivered in the original wooden case for orders of 6 bottles shipped within France •
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Eye
dark, deep purple, and intense, with a beautiful sheen
Nose
ripe and full-bodied, with a lovely freshness
Palate
Very smooth and rich, it develops a beautiful, velvety, full-bodied texture with notes of dark fruit, mocha, dark chocolate, and a hint of mint. A generous, refined, and elegant style.
Serve
at 17-18°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2013
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur une belle pièce de viande rouge, des gibiers, un plateau de fromages affinés...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2019 guide): 4* Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
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 Laurent-Perrier in 1990 and have brought it to its highest level. Their son Jean-Jacques has taken over, with the same dedication 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 integrity of character, which in no way detract from their innate finesse. The recent whites are also remarkable: they have gained in mouthfeel and richness; they are racy, lively, and balanced. La Réserve de Malartic, in both white and red, proves to be the true younger sibling of the grand vin.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2020 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, belong in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
A perfect illustration 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 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 technical facilities have allowed the reds to gain in fullness and depth of body, particularly thanks to a vineyard that is maturing and becoming more deeply rooted. The reds have never been better and rank among the most interesting in the appellation. The whites also exhibit a highly refined, polished, and generous style. Close 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)
Customer rating
4.3/5
based on 3 reviews
Review by Mr. SEBASTIEN G. Published on 11/25/2018
Tasted on November 25, 2018—delicious.
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Review by Mr. JEAN LOUIS G. Published on July 25, 2017
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Review by Mr. EMMANUEL L. Published on 12/10/2016
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