Château du Caillau
Château du Caillau Malbec Cahors
Red wine
4.0
Expert Rating
3.8
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château du Caillau Malbec Cahors is a captivating red wine that showcases the best of the Cahors appellation in France. Produced by a renowned estate, this wine is crafted from carefully selected Malbec grapes grown in the estate's vineyards. The vineyard features a unique terroir, characterized by limestone-rich soils and a favorable climate, which imparts distinct flavors and aromas to the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a wine with a rich and velvety texture. Château du Caillau Malbec Cahors is known for its deep, dark color, intense black fruit flavors, and elegant tannins, making it a delightful choice for wine enthusiasts seeking a full-bodied and expressive red wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château du Caillau Malbec Cahors is a rich and robust red wine from the Cahors region in France.It is made primarily from the Malbec grape variety, which is known for its dark color and intense flavors. This wine exhibits a deep purple hue and offers aromas of blackberries, plums, and dark chocolate. On the palate, it is full-bodied with firm tannins and a velvety texture. The flavors of ripe black fruits, spices, and a hint of tobacco are well-balanced, leading to a long and satisfying finish. Château du Caillau Malbec Cahors is an excellent choice for those who enjoy bold and structured red wines.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2028
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Malbec
ORIGINS
Winery: Château du Caillau
Region: South West France
The South West region of France is an important wine zone, encompassing the administrative regions of Aquitaine, Limousin and Midi-Pyrénées, but excluding Bordeaux. It has a long and varied history, from its days as a British trading partner to its current struggle to gain recognition for its diverse wines.
South West France has a long and storied history of winemaking. The region has been producing wine since the Roman era, and it has been an important part of the local culture ever since. In the Middle Ages, the region was known for its fortified wines, and it was a major producer of sweet wines during the Renaissance. Today, South West France is one of the most important wine regions in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
3.8
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