Château Malescot Saint Exupéry 2016

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Description

France / Bordeaux / Médoc / Margaux

Château Malescot Saint-Exupéry owes its name to two former owners: Simon Malescot, owner of the estate in the 17th century, and Baron Jean-Baptiste de Saint-Exupéry, great-grandfather of the author of "The Little Prince," who owned the estate in the 19th century. Situated on an impressive gravel terroir, up to 10 meters deep, the winery overlooks the Gironde River, which is one of the best indicators for very good terroir. The Château was purchased by the Zuger family in 1955. Today, the third generation passionately manages the 28-hectare, sustainably farmed top winery, producing exceptional wines. Malescot Saint-Exupéry is a finessed and typical Margaux, ranking among the appellation's finest wines.

Wine profile: Château Malescot Saint Exupéry 2016

Expansion: 12-14 months in new wood

Grape variety (filter): 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot

Maturity: 2021 – 2045

Alcohol content (in % vol.): 13.5% Vol.

Allergens: contains sulphites

Manufacturer/importer: Château Malescot St. Exupery, 16 Rue Georges Mandel, 33460 Margaux, France

Further information

Specifications

  • Robert Parker
    95/100
  • Jeb Dunnuck
    96/100
  • James Suckling
    97/100
Bordeaux Region

In Portrait:

Château Malescot Saint Exupéry

Château Malescot Saint-Exupéry, 3ème Grand Cru Classé from 1855, lies in the heart of Margaux and has a terroir of deep gravel, clay and limestone subsoils. This combination offers ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and smaller proportions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The wines are marked by intense dark fruit, floral notes, fine spice and a supple yet structured tannin architecture.

In recent decades, the estate has experienced an impressive qualitative renaissance under the Zuger family, supported by modern vinification, parcel precision and sustainable farming. The style combines Margaux typicity with opulent depth and great ageing potential – Malescot Saint-Exupéry is now one of the appellation’s most exciting crus.

Bordeaux

Origin in Focus

Bordeaux

Bordeaux is one of the world’s most renowned wine regions – a name that has stood for elegance, diversity and ageing potential for centuries. Gravel, clay and limestone soils alternate, allowing fine nuances in the wines that reflect both terroir and craftsmanship.

Bordeaux is typically known for blends in which grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc work together harmoniously.

Stylistically, red Bordeaux wines are defined by a balance of fruit, structure and freshness. The white wines – usually made from Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and sometimes Muscadelle – range from crisp and citrus-driven to creamy and complex.