A classic Malbec, full-bodied and complex, that charms with its balance of power and freshness, thanks to the touch of acidity characteristic of the limestone terroir.
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Eye
A dense, very deep color with purplish highlights
Nose
Typical of Malbec, with notes of black fruit, flowers, as well as cherry, blackcurrant, violet, licorice, hazelnut, cinnamon, and a hint of mint; with age, aromas of forest floor and truffle emerge
Palate
A velvety wine with well-controlled intensity and a beautifully dense, full-bodied texture; the unique limestone terroir gives this Malbec that essential touch of acidity needed for the wine’s balance both in its youth and during aging. The tannins are beautiful, present, and refined, with a long finish featuring notes of licorice and menthol—concentrated and refined.
Serve
At 16°C
Open
30 minutes to 1 hour before serving
Drink before
2030
Food and Wine Pairings
It pairs perfectly with duck confit, gizzards, sautéed lamb, or even duck à l'orange...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2021 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Surrounded by a talented team, Germain Croisille embodies Cahors’s renaissance with a modern approach that has moved away from the use of new oak. The wines, which are certified organic, have gained in finesse, approachability, depth, and expression of terroir. Today, they have reached a remarkable level of quality, with a fresh and distinctive style. A superb vintage this year—every wine is excellent and of unparalleled purity.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2024 guide) 90/100
Rated Estate (2024 Guide) Cité
About the estate:
The appellation has seen a new generation of winemakers, passionate about the Malbec grape, take the region by storm. Without turning their backs on the great Cahors wines of yesteryear—which age with unflinching character—Cahors’ new winemakers craft the grapes to bring out an intensely floral character. Germain Croisille, who has transformed the estate founded by his parents, has mastered the technique to the point of producing wines of rare subtlety, while remaining true to the traditional style of Malbec from the Causse. Subtle extraction and deep ripeness characterize wines that are ready to drink now yet capable of aging.
Wine Enthusiast
Rated Estate (2021 Guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)