“This wine recreates the medieval technique used to heat fermenting must in order to make it more stable. In this case, it also produces a wine with an almost black color, dark in appearance and aroma. There is elegance here, with fine tannins that are well integrated with the juicy black fruit and a ripe style. This is a wine built for aging, though it’s juicy enough to be enjoyed right now.” (Wine Enthusiast 2015) A real treat!
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Eye
black, dark dress
Nose
with aromas of dried fruit, candied fruit, stewed fruit, and jam
Palate
Highly complex, concentrated, dense, with firm tannins and great depth
Serve
decant at 16-17°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2016
Drink before
2031
Food and Wine Pairings
Pair it with charcoal-grilled red meats, game, or a spicy dish such as duck à l’orange. Don’t hesitate to try pairing it with exotic sweet-and-salty dishes, or even a chocolate dessert—it’s worth a try...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 16.5/20 (Benchmark wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the wine:
A truly outstanding wine from 2012, with a beautifully smooth texture and flavorful tannins.
About the estate:
Jean-Luc Baldès continues the family legacy of this historic estate in Cahors. A large portion of the 65 hectares is located on the third terraces of Vire, along the banks of the Lot River. The remainder lies on the Causse plateau, with its whiter soils. While the thoughtful plot-by-plot selection reflects the estate’s heritage, the “Prince-Probus” blend offers an accurate portrayal of modern Cahors—vibrant and juicy. A must-visit destination.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2016 guide) 16/20 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) Cité
About the wine:
In the 2012 New Black Wine, the careful aging process brings out a dense wine bursting with fruit flavors.
About the estate:
Jean-Luc Baldès was a champion of Cahors Malbec, striving to bring out the full potential of his vineyard located on the second, third, and fourth terraces of the Lot River. As the guardian of the vineyard’s history, the “black wine” and the Probus cuvée were once the hallmarks of Cahors’ reputation. Today, the estate is focusing on wine tourism and attempting to produce more modern wines, without really succeeding. We are therefore removing the star this year.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2015 guide) 94/100
Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
About the wine:
This wine recreates the medieval technique used to heat the fermenting must in order to make it more stable. In this case, it also produces a wine with an almost black color, dark in appearance and aroma. There is elegance here, with fine tannins that are well integrated with the juicy black fruit and a ripe style. This is a wine built for aging, even though it is juicy enough to be enjoyed right now.
Jancis Robinson
Rated "Recommended"
James Suckling
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
Andreas Larsson
Rated Estate Recommended
Customer Rating
4/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. SERGE G. Published on 12/08/2016
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