Chateau Sociando Mallet 2018

Haut-Medoc

Château Sociando-Mallet 2018 is a quintessential representation of Haut-Médoc's finest, offering a full-bodied and classically structured wine that rivals many classed growths despite its absence from the 1855 Bordeaux classification. Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with a small portion of Cabernet Franc, this vintage unveils a complex bouquet of blackcurrant, plum, and earthy undertones, enriched by hints of tobacco and cedar from its 12-month aging in new French oak. On the palate, firm tannins and a robust structure promise excellent aging potential, while flavors of dark fruit, spice, and a touch of minerality reflect the gravelly clay terroir of the Baleyron hillock near the Gironde estuary. Celebrating 50 years of the Gautreau family's stewardship, the 2018 vintage is a tribute to the meticulous craftsmanship and revitalized heritage initiated by Jean Gautreau in 1969, now carried forward by his daughter Sylvie and grandson Arthur.

93 Jeff Leve
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93 Jean Marc Quarin