Château du Caillau – Cahors Malbec – 2023 – 13.5%

Château du Caillau – Cahors Malbec – French red wine – 2023 – 13.5%

Awarded 92 points by Wine Enthusiast (2023)

Cahors in southwestern France is Malbec’s original home, and the wines from here have for centuries been known as "the black wine" because of their deep color. Château du Caillau is located in the heart of the appellation and makes Malbec with both power and elegance.

The wine combines the structure Cahors is famous for with a purity of fruit that makes it approachable already now. Wine Enthusiast highlights the licorice notes, dark fruit, and solid core of tannins.

An obvious choice for you if you know Malbec from Argentina and want to taste where it all began.

Grape variety: Malbec

Taste: The aroma offers black cherries, plums, and violets, lifted by spices and a hint of graphite. The palate is firm and silky with juicy dark fruit, cocoa, and a touch of earthy minerality that leads to a long and deep finish.

Color: Deep, almost black purple

Food pairing: Grilled beef, duck, cassoulet, and hearty stews.

Storage: Can be enjoyed now or cellared for several years, where it will develop beautifully.

Serving: Best served at 16–18 degrees

Allergens: Contains sulfites