The grapes for the Chevalier de Malecoste are harvested on higher plateaus on the Malecoste mountain in Prayssac, owned by the château. The terroir here is more calcareous and the nights are colder. Combined with twelve months of aging in old French oak barrels, the result is a complex and complete wine. The Chevalier de Malecoste combines freshness with subtle, integrated oak aromas.
The wine is characterized by complex aromas of black fruit, dried fruit, plums, figs, vanilla, and licorice. The palate is full, spicy, and rich, graced by the accompanying tannins so characteristic of this region. The Chevalier de Malecoste is a robust, robust wine and a perfect accompaniment to barbecued tenderloin and rich stews.
Review Harold Hamersma • 9-
Anyone who spends a night there once reportedly doesn't want to leave. At least then you'll have plenty of time to thoroughly explore this stylish Cahors, formerly better known as The Black Death. Drinking it in its pure form would have been enough for Fear Factor . The wine was dark, somber, and throat-crushing. For decades, it had been an unyielding grouch.
Modern winemaking techniques have made it more docile without compromising its authenticity. Still plenty of shade-blackberries, blue plum, laurel, and fresh espresso. Dark indeed, but never depressing. The bitterness is clearly present, but in a pleasant form.
Fuel for duck confit, cassoulet, and stew. Full of Cahors, please.
