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Château Haut Monplaisir - AOP Cahors Prestige Malbec 2016 Château Haut Monplaisir - AOP Cahors Prestige Malbec 2016

Château Haut Monplaisir - AOP Cahors Prestige Malbec 2016

Velvetly, abundantly fresh, and supported by silky, well-structured tannins.

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Type:Red

Varietal:Malbec

Unit Size:750ml

Alcohol Volume:14%

Region:South West France

Country:France

Tasting Notes

Cuvée Prestige captures the deep essence of Cahors Malbec. Its color as dark as night captivates, presenting a robust bouquet brimming with aromas of dark summer fruits, sweet spices, pastries, and fresh butter. Notes of pepper, laurel, and a hint of smoke further enhance its appeal. On the palate, it unfolds as a sumptuous, velvety delight, abundantly fresh, and supported by silky, well-structured tannins. The experience concludes with a lingering, delicate finish, rich in sweet spices.

Technical Info

Brand:Château Haut Monplaisir

Closure:Cork

Organic Certification:ECOCERT - 46/69494/1126455

Country of Origin:France

Serving Temperature:16-18°C

Sugar Residual:0.5 g/l

Drink By:2031

Wine Ageing:Aged for 24 months in oak barrels (Troncay), with one-third being new barrels.

Winemaking Style:Traditional

Winemaking:Vinification in thermo-regulated cement vats. Sorting of the grapes manually, destemming, crushing, vinification temperature 27°-28°, with punching down the caps. Vatting between 25 and 30 days. No filtration.

Viticulture:The vineyard boasts stony clay-siliceous soils, benefits from southern exposure, and features vines that are over 30 years old.

Food Pairing:Pork tenderloin with mushroom sauce, Beef lasagna, Beef short ribs, BBQ pulled pork, Grilled eggplant with tomato basil sauce.

Reviews and Accolades

AWARDS & ACCOLADES

91

James Suckling

Blackberries, lemon leaves, bark, amber and spice-box on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with firm, mellowed tannins and a focused, savory palate. Well balanced. From organically grown grapes.

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Château Haut Monplaisir

Nestled at the very heart of the Cahors appellation in the enchanting South-West of France, Château Haut-Monplaisir invites you to a world where the historic paths of the celebrated Malbec grape variety whisper tales of the land. It's a place where rare and intense pleasures await. Back in 1998, the Fourni family breathed new life into this 15-hectare family legacy. Their journey was one of exploration, a quest to intimately grasp their terroirs, unlock the secrets concealed in their soils, and reveal the true essence of their precious fruits. While remaining independent, they forged a profound collaboration with Pascal and Jean-Marc Verhaeghe, two of the world's foremost "Malbec creators." Together, they embarked on a mission to infuse tradition with innovation, producing wines that pay homage to the past while embracing the promise of the future. Château Haut-Monplaisir stands as a testament to the art of preserving heritage and embracing the thrill of discovery.

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