Bordeaux
Château Sociando-Mallet - Haut-Médoc - Rouge - 2013
Characteristics
Country / Region: Bordeaux
Vintage: 2013
Name: AOP Haut-Médoc
Grape variety: 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol: 13 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Estate rated 1 star in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2022 (RVF) Estate rated 3 stars in the Guide Bettane et Desseauve 2022
Wine:
Skillfully profiled, the 2013 Red Château Sociando Mallet Haut-Médoc distinguishes itself by its finesse and suppleness. On this vintage of great elegance, less tannic than others, it opens with grace and expresses wonderfully nuanced perfumes of ripe fruits and sweet spices. We can taste the style of the chateau which we adore so much, between classicism, straightforwardness and undeniable charm. A bottle that can be enjoyed at once!Vinification:
Hand harvested. Traditional vinification in cement and stainless steel vats. Aged for 12 months in new barrels.Color:
Deep and intense red.Nose:
Beautiful aromas of red and black fruits mixed with spicy notes.Palate:
Supple and elegant , this wine with superb perfumed nuances and a soft finesse has both a classic and charming palate
Temperature:
Serve between 16 and 18°C.Food and wine pairing:
Leg of lamb with thyme and wild mushrooms, duck stew with porcini mushrooms, coq au vin, prime rib, all red meats.Cellar aging:
From now until 2026Chateau Sociando-Mallet has a worldwide reputation and offers one of the best value for money in Bordeaux. Located north of Saint-Estephe, its geology is similar in every way to that of Château Latour. A visionary winemaker, Jean Gautreau acquired the estate in 1969 and set it on its path to excellence.