Château Malartic Lagraviere – La Réserve de Malartic

Pessac-Leognan AOC

Château Malartic-Lagravière is situated on a high terrace that has been deeply etched by the Eau Blanche stream and its tributaries. It sits on 8-meter-deep deposits of gravelly soil dating from the Quaternary period. The evocative name of ‘Lagravière’ underlines the great quality manifest in the soils of this vineyard, reputed for its location on the finest gravel hillock in Léognan. The Bonnie Family has always been attentive to the vineyard environment and the impact of tasks carried out by its teams on the vines and the grapes, and the surrounding area

Grape varieties:

60% Merlot – 37% Cabernet Sauvignon – 3% Cabernet Franc

Vineyard:

Vines grow on well-drained clay gravels over 114 acres.

Winemaking:

The fermentation takes place in thermo-regulated stainless steel vats during 4 weeks and half, then the wine is aged for 15 months.

Tasting note:

This wine presents a beautiful ruby red color, the nose is well structured, complex, elegant and offers good aromatic intensity with fine notes of red fruits and wood. Then the palate is delight with long, lingering flavors and pleasant strength.

Food pairing:

This wine will match with all kinds of meats, flavorful meals and cheeses.