Chateau Malartic Lagravière Rouge 2018

Proefnotities/Punten:

Deep and rich in colour, this is more refined and subdued on the nose than some, with real focus, depth and layers. It needs time in bottle to unveil its potential as everything is curled up right now, from the blueberry and cassis fruits to the liquorice and chocolate touches. With time in the glass, the multitude of layers of spice and slate become apparent. It’s a great quality wine that will not be rushed. 2% Petit verdot makes up the blend, with 70% new oak for ageing.

Drinking Window 2028 – 2045

Jane Anson – Decanter – 95 pt. 

Freshness and depth to this wine with blackberry, blueberry and crushed-stone character on the nose and palate. Full and flavorful, yet with underlying reserve.
James Suckling 93/94 pt.

This is a blend of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot and 3% Cabernet Franc, to be aged for 18-22 months in oak barriques, 70% new. Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Malartic Lagraviere gives scents of baked red and black cherries, warm blackcurrants and balsamic with touches of underbrush, moss-covered bark and tobacco. Full-bodied, firm and chewy in the mouth, it packs in the berry preserves with some pepper and spice sparks coming through on the long finish.
Wine Advocate 90/92 pt.

Druivenrassen:
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Cabernet Franc
Petit Verdot