Malartic Lagraviere 2005
Malartic Lagraviere 2005 is a dry, medium-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Pessac-Léognan, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Those scales describe the wine when young; this is a 21-year-old bottle and its tannin and oak will have softened. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Château Malartic-Lagravière 2005 exhibits an initially restrained nose that gradually reveals layers of complexity. Aromas of blackcurrant, plum and lightly roasted coffee emerge after a period of aeration, alongside subtle hints of graphite and earth. On the palate, the wine offers a medium body with firm, structured tannins and an interplay of dark fruit and herbal nuances. The finish is marked by a notable minerality and a faint touch of green pepper. Founded in 1846, Château Malartic-Lagravière is notable for being one of the few estates in Bordeaux to produce both red and white wines of distinguished quality.