Were delighted to introduce a rising star of the Haut-Mdoc Chteau Malescasse 2020, a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel released ex-chteau exclusively to us. A wine of pedigree, precision, and rarity, its a luxurious addition to your Christmas celebrations. Founded in 1824, Malescasse has long been part of Bordeauxs rich winemaking heritage. Legend says it narrowly missed the 1855 Classification because a broker drank all the samples! Today, its one of just 14 estates awarded the elite Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel status.
Located between Margaux and Saint-Julien, in gravel-rich Lamarque, Malescasse showcases black fruit, minty freshness, and layers of violet and chocolate on a silky, full-bodied palate. Praised by critics Clive Coates MW calls it the best Cru Bourgeois of the last 20 years, Antonio Galloni hails it as elegance personified, and James Suckling notes its well-balanced and structured. A magnificent wine to pair perfectly with beef!