2017 Malartic Lagraviere Rouge

Sixty percent of this year's harvest made it into this Grand Vin. The blend consists of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot and was aged in 45% new French oak. Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2017 Malartic Lagraviere shows baked blackberries, mulberries, pencil lead and spice cake with hints of chocolate box, menthol and cassis. The medium-bodied palate is plush, soft, juicy and expressive with a spicy finish.

Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

Wine Advocate (Robert Parker): 91/100
James Suckling: 93/100
Fallstaff: 91/100

Alcohol content: 13% vol.
Allergen information: Contains sulphites

Bottler, importer: Château Malartic-Lagraviere
43 Avenue de Mont de Marsan
33850 Léognan