Chateau du Cedre GC 2014

100% Malbec from 50-67 year-old vines located on the prized 3ème terrasses and cropped at yields of only about 15hl/ha (just 3 bunches per vine). 100% de-stemmed and fermented for 40 days in open-top, 500 litre demi-muids, with daily punch-downs for the first few days. Malolactic conversion occurs in these same barrels, followed by 30 months maturation on fine lees. Bottled unfined and unfiltered, with minimal sulphur.

'This top wine from a major Cahors estate shows the potential of great Malbec. With its dense tannins, rich black fruit flavors, acidity and restrained power, it is a major force. Even with all its weight, it's stylish, complex and ageworthy wine. Drink from 2021.' 95 points, Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, December 2017.