Château Malartic Lagravière - Pessac-Léognan - La Réserve de Malartic - Red - 2018

Wine:

The 2018 La Réserve de Malartic Pessac-Léognan Red is beautifully matured, revealing generous aromas of ripe red plum, cherry, and spiced baked peaches. Subtle hints of cinnamon and vanilla add warmth, while the oak aging brings a refined, silky texture without overpowering the fruit. The palate is smooth and rounded, with juicy, layered flavors and well-integrated tannins. Elegant and harmonious, this wine is already drinking beautifully.

Vinification:

Harvested by hand. Vinification in small temperature-controlled stainless steel and wood vats. Traditional aging in French oak barrels for 15 months.

Color:

Bright, intense red.

Nose:

Delicate aromas of perfectly ripe red fruit underpinned by fine spices, juniper notes and a touch of oak

Palate:

This Pessac-Léognan has a velvety texture and soft, smooth tannins.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Peking pigeon and pea purée, rack of lamb and spicy carrots, Clavisy beef and beet in salt crust.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2026

A Cru Classé de Graves and one of the rare estates recognized for both its Red and White wines, Château Malartic-Lagravière benefits from an outstanding terroir that places it among the most prestigious names in the appellation.

Masterfully restored by the Bonnie family, who took ownership in 1990, the estate continues its pursuit of excellence. The arrival of renowned consultant Eric Boissenot in 2019 has further refined its structural elegance, elevating its wines to new heights.

Awarded 2 stars in the Revue du Vin de France (RVF) Guide, Château Malartic-Lagravière is celebrated for its precise, elegant reds—powerful yet perfectly balanced.