“This wine has become a Cahors classic. Made from 90% Malbec and small amounts of Merlot and Tannat, its aromas of toast and licorice pair well with the ripe tannins and juicy black plum fruit. It is a refined and elegant wine that will be ready to drink starting in 2026. ” (Wine Enthusiast 2024)
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Nose
Black fruits, spices, mint
Palate
Dry and appealing, with crisp tannins
Serve
Decant at 17°C
Open
2 to 3 hours before serving
Drink from
2028
Drink before
2032
Food and wine pairings
It pairs especially well with local dishes such as duck breast, confit, and cassoulet...
Bettane & Desseauve
4-Star Rated Estate (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Pascal and Jean-Marc Verhaegue have elevated this estate to the pinnacle of Cahors through meticulous viticulture and precise winemaking. The 27 hectares (25 of which are planted with red grapes) are divided into three plots across two of the appellation’s finest soil types, notably the famous third terrace. One plot features clay-limestone soil and produces wines of great finesse. The other is a soil of pebbles mixed with reddish sand, ideal for more powerful wines.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100
Rated estate (2025 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 wine:
The Cèdre stands out for its perfect acidity; it has a slightly mellow character (creamy mocha, dark fruit).
About the estate:
For more than fifteen years, the Verhaeghe brothers—Pascal in charge of winemaking and Jean-Marc in the vineyard—and now Jules, Pascal’s son, have made Cèdre the benchmark of the appellation. It must be said that they benefit from an exceptional terroir: on the one hand, a particularly stony limestone scree cone in constant motion, the famous “tran,” which produces fine, elegant wines; on the other hand, a pebble soil over iron-rich sand, lending the wines greater power. Made from perfectly ripe, hand-selected grapes, the wines—always deeply colored—achieve a rare level of quality and consistency thanks to refined tannins and velvety textures. The Extra-Libre cuvées offer the entire range in sulfur-free versions.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2024 guide) 92/100
Rated estate (2025 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
About the wine:
This wine has become a Cahors classic. Made from 90% Malbec and small amounts of Merlot and Tannat, its aromas of toast and licorice complement its ripe tannins and juicy black plum flavors. It is a refined and elegant wine that will be ready to drink starting in 2026.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
A well-balanced, full-bodied, and flavorful Malbec with aromas of plums, dried herbs, and baking spices. Medium-bodied, with chalky tannins and fresh acidity. Rich and lively, with a crisp character at its core. Peppery and dynamic, with a lingering finish. Made from organically grown grapes. Ready to drink or suitable for aging.
Customer rating
4/5
based on 4 reviews
Review by Mr. ALAIN B. Published on 11/17/2025
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Review by Mr. MATHIEU W. Posted on 10/14/2025
Deep ruby color with a vibrant purple-red core. Nose: dark notes, cloves, bay leaf, dark forest fruits, blackberries, plums, coffee, tar, forest soil, and undergrowth. On the palate: ripe blackberry and blackcurrant fruit, sloe plums, bay leaf, and cloves; a firm, fine-grained tannin structure that provides grip and backbone. Plenty of body and a lovely freshness as well. Still young and exuberantly delicious now, but has aging potential. Medium length with a hint of bitterness on the finish. Tip: pair with chili con carne. Score: 16/20
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Review by Mr. PIERRE R. Posted on July 21, 2025
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Review by Mr. THIERRY D. Published on April 23, 2025
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