Château de Chambert 2017 (75cl)

"Château de Chambert" is the historic wine of the chateau, a 100% Malbec blend of estate old vines.

Variety: 100% Malbec

Vineyards: a combination of vineyards from 3 types of unique soil: brown clay-limestone, iron rich clay-sidérolithic and Kimméridgien limestone.  The vines are about 40 years old on average.  Planting density: 4,500 feet/ha.  Average yield: 30 hl/ha. Organic and biodynamic agriculture.

Winemaking: Fermentation with indigenous yeast at controlled temperature (28-30°C), in small concrete tank separately.  We look for gentle extraction so to have quality tannin profile.  Maceration post fermentation usually lasts about 15 days.  Malo-lactic fermentation and 12 to 15 months of aging in foudre of 30HL. Consultant wine maker : Stephane Derenoncourt.

Denomination: red wine AOP Cahors

Tasting suggestion: Served between 14° and 16°C. This wine is can be drink with refined dishes.

Keeping potential: to drink within the 10 or 15 yers after bottling

Alcohol content : 13%

Distinctions :

• 93/100 : RVF 2022 Guide – Les Meilleurs Vin de France
• 92/100 : Wine and Spirits Magazine
• 92/100 : Wine Enthusiast Magazine 2022