"Round, smooth, and slightly spicy, this wine offers a simple, indulgent, and delicious experience that is best enjoyed while young, paired with roast poultry or pork chops, for example." (Le Guide Hachette 2026).
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Eye
Dark garnet-red color
Nose
Very concentrated, with aromas of ripe red berries and mild spices, along with notes of forest floor
Palate
Harmonious, with a pleasant mouthfeel and lovely astringency
Serve
In a decanter, between 16° and 18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2027
Drink before
2030
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with cassoulet, foie gras, duck confit, game terrine, roasted poultry, cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable production, though a bit 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 noted (guide 2026) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
Round, smooth, and slightly spicy, this wine offers a simple, indulgent, and delightful drinking experience that is best enjoyed while young—paired with roast poultry or pork chops, for example.
About the estate:
According to legend, the branches of a century-old oak tree here once provided a secluded spot for a beautiful woman named Martine to meet her suitors. Since 2016, Alain Gayraud has handed the reins to his children, Lise and Benjamin—who bring with them solid experience gained 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 (2026 guide) 90/100
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 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
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2025 guide) 17/20
Rated "Recommended"
Gilbert & Gaillard
Rated Estate Recommended
Vinous
Rated "Recommended"
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
Well-balanced and concentrated, it reveals aromas of plum, chocolate, orange, and hazelnut on the nose, followed by a full-bodied palate with firm yet ripe tannins. 90% Malbec and 10% Merlot. Made from organically grown grapes. Ready to drink now or suitable for aging.
Andreas Larsson
Rated Estate Recommended
Customer Rating
3/5
based on 1 review
Review and comment by Mr. JACQUES L. Posted on July 14, 2026
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