Château Malescasse – Haut-Médoc – Red – 2001:

 

Château Malescasse: Exceptional Cru Bourgeois from the Haut-Médoc

Château Malescasse, recognised as a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel, embodies the pinnacle of classic Left Bank Bordeaux. Its vineyards sit on a magnificent gravel croup (ridge) between the esteemed appellations of Margaux and Saint-Julien. This is a wine of prestige, meticulously crafted for longevity and offering layers of complexity that reward patient cellaring. A must-have for the serious Bordeaux collector.

Sommelier’s Tasting Profile

• **Appearance:** Deep, lustrous garnet hue.
• **Aroma:** A precise, complex nose of concentrated black fruits (cassis, mulberry), seamlessly blended with subtle notes of cedarwood, pencil shavings, and fine toast from careful oak ageing.
• **Palate:** Structured and substantial, yet the hallmark of Malescasse is its elegance. Silky, fine-grained tannins provide a luxurious mouthfeel and a persistent, balanced finish that showcases the appellation’s characteristic freshness.

Food Pairing & Serving Suggestions

This distinguished Haut-Médoc demands traditional fare. Serve at 17°C (63°F) after a brief decanting to allow its structure to soften.

• **Suggested Pairings:** Traditional Sunday Roast Lamb, Beef Wellington, Rich Game Pie, Mature Farmhouse Cheddar.

Haut-Médoc 2001
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