Chateau Sociando Mallet
Haut Medoc Rouge Sylvie et Jean Gautreau 2021
| Denomination | AOC Haut-Medoc |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Bordeaux (France) |
| Grape varieties | 60% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc |
- Haut-Médoc AOC 2021: still red wine from Château Sociando-Mallet, 13% vol., 0.75 l bottle
- Bordeaux blend: composed of 60% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc
- Complex aromas: hints of violet, plum, blackberry, blackcurrant, graphite and cigar notes
- Taste and structure: dry, medium to full-bodied, silky tannins, elegant acidity, persistent finish
- Awards and potential: 93 points Suckling, 91 Parker; HVE3 certification; drinking potential until 2040
Description
What kind of wine it is
Château Sociando-Mallet is a red wine with a deep profile. This Bordeaux blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc appears dark red with violet highlights. The refined bouquet reveals notes of violet, plum, blackberry and blackcurrant, with mineral nuances of graphite, subtle hints of barrel and cigar paper. On the palate, the attack is dense, marked by juicy black fruit and a lively progression. Supported by elegant acidity and silky tannins, it finishes with a penetrating finale and a pleasant bitter note.
Where it comes from
It originates in Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne, in the Haut-Médoc area of Bordeaux, an ideal terroir for the expressiveness of red grape varieties. Production is entrusted to Château Sociando-Mallet, an independent estate of eighty-five hectares that operates outside official classifications while maintaining absolute quality standards. The agricultural management is distinguished by HVE3 certification, guaranteeing a constant commitment to environmental sustainability and respect for the vineyard ecosystem.
How it is produced
Careful vinification enhances a very long ageing potential. To appreciate its structural finesse, a preliminary decanting of one or two hours is recommended. Served between sixteen and eighteen degrees, this fleshy red pairs masterfully with main courses. It finds the perfect match alongside meat stews, game, poultry and mature cheeses, accompanying intense flavours with impeccable balance on the palate.
History and Curiosities
Renamed in 1850 by Madame Mallet, the widow, Château Sociando-Mallet stands as a rebellious masterpiece of the Médoc. Since 1969, Jean Gautreau has elevated the 85 hectares of Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne to a level of prestige that proudly shines outside the official classifications. This 2021 vintage, awarded 93 points by James Suckling and 91 by Robert Parker, embodies an Haut-Médoc of exceptional harmony. A sustainable wine, HVE3 certified, capable of rivalling the most renowned labels thanks to its profound Bordeaux expressiveness.
Awards
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2021
93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
91/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Hectares: 85
The construction is very poor, there is no cellar and there are only a few barrels in a garage, but little by little Jean begins the restoration work of the castle and the reorganization of the vineyard, and with the help of Gerard Cler, Already used in the Chateau, proclaims the first vintage, which reveals the exceptional nature of the terroir.
Today, the "Domaine" extends over 110 hectares, of which 85 are vines, 48% Sauvignon, 47% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc, the three vines assembled in wise proportions provide Bordaux Chateau Sociando Mallet which well represents the great wines of Medoc. Read more
| Name | Chateau Sociando Mallet Haut Medoc Rouge Sylvie Gautreau 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Haut-Medoc AOC |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 60% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Vendor | Chateau Sociando Mallet |
| Story | History and Curiosities Renamed in 1850 by Madame Mallet, the widow, Château Sociando-Mallet stands as a rebellious masterpiece of the Médoc. Since 1969, Jean Gautreau has elevated the 85 hectares of Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne to a level of prestige that proudly shines outside the official classifications. This 2021 vintage, awarded 93 points by James Suckling and 91 by Robert Parker, embodies an Haut-Médoc of exceptional harmony. A sustainable wine, HVE3 certified, capable of rivalling the most renowned labels thanks to its profound Bordeaux expressiveness. |
| Origin | Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne (France) |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |