"This oak-aged wine has minty aromas and is structured by elegant black fruit. It is a powerful wine, thanks to its concentration and richness. Best enjoyed starting in 2026." (Wine Enthusiast 2022)
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Eye
A deep purple color with violet highlights
Nose
With aromas of sour cherries and chocolate, and lovely toasted notes
Palate
Powerful, yet refined and elegant, with superb balance
Serve
Decant at 17-19°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink starting at
2026
Drink before
2031+
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with game, red meat, duck, confit, cheese, dark chocolate...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
A classic estate in the appellation, where robust, tannic Cahors wines are produced, albeit at the cost of a certain austerity in the entry-level wines. The “Expression” cuvée, made from the best vines on the third terrace, is of exemplary consistency.
Decanter
Rated Estate Recommended
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2022 guide) 2*Stars (Outstanding Wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
The high quality standards applied during the harvest and the precision of the aging process are evident in this cuvée. Indeed, the nose readily reveals the black fruit and violet aromas characteristic of the grape variety, along with subtle vanilla notes from the oak. Round and persistent on the palate, it is velvety, with balsamic and licorice notes on the finish.
About the estate:
According to legend, the branches of a century-old oak tree here once provided a secluded spot for the romantic trysts of a beautiful woman named Martine. Since 2016, Alain Gayraud has handed the reins to his children, Lise and Benjamin—who bring extensive experience from abroad—to lead this historic estate (founded in 1883), located on the edge of the Lot department. The vineyard covers 37.5 hectares (in the process of converting to organic farming) and faces due south. A pillar of the Cahors appellation.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2024 guide) 93/100
Rated estate (2026 guide) 1*Star (Rising stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a good standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the wine:
Expression offers a more opulent mouthfeel and oak notes that still dominate the 2019, but the purity of the tannins lingers in the finish.
About the estate:
The future of the Gayraud family estate now lies in the hands of Benjamin and Lise, Alain’s children. The new generation brings greater vitality and modernity to the wines, which focus on fruit. We must commend the progress of this great 37.5-hectare estate, which—aided by climate change—is making the most of its terroir, situated on the three terraces of the Lot.
Wine Spectator
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2022 guide) 93/100
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
About the wine:
This oak-aged wine has minty aromas and is structured by elegant black fruit notes. It is a powerful wine, thanks to its concentration and richness. Best enjoyed starting in 2026.
Jancis Robinson
Rated "Recommended"
Gilbert & Gaillard
Rated Estate Recommended
Vinous
Rated "Recommended"
Andreas Larsson
Rated Estate Recommended
Customer Rating
4/5
based on 3 reviews
Review and comment by Mr. MICHEL L. Posted on August 5, 2025
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Review and comment by Mr. PHILIPPE M. Published on April 26, 2025
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Review by Mr. BERNARD P. Published on April 17, 2025
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