Château Malescot St. Exupéry Profile
Château Malescot St. Exupéry, located in the heart of Margaux in Bordeaux, is a historic Third Growth estate from the 1855 Classification. With origins dating back to the 17th century, the château has become renowned for crafting wines that embody the elegance, finesse, and charm associated with Margaux. The estate spans over 28 hectares of vineyards planted primarily with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, rooted in the region's signature gravel soils. Under the management of the Zuger family since 1955, Malescot St. Exupéry has undergone significant improvements in viticulture and winemaking, resulting in consistently high-quality wines that beautifully balance richness and refinement.
2009 Château Malescot St. Exupéry Tasting Note
The 2009 Château Malescot St. Exupéry is a stunning, hedonistic expression of the Margaux appellation and the exceptional vintage. The nose bursts with layers of ripe blackberries, black cherries, and cassis, interwoven with notes of violets, cedar, tobacco leaf, and graphite. On the palate, it is full-bodied and lavishly textured, with velvety tannins and a seamless balance of richness and freshness. Flavors of dark chocolate, crushed plums, and vanilla are complemented by hints of licorice, spice box, and a subtle minerality. The finish is long, plush, and elegant, leaving a lingering impression of ripe fruit and floral complexity. Approachable now with decanting, this wine has the depth and structure to age gracefully for another 20–25 years, promising further evolution and nuance.
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£110.00Price
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