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Chateau Malescot-St-Exupery Margaux 3rd Grand Cru Classe 2012
Chateau Malescot-St-Exupery is a renowned winery located in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France. The estate holds the classification of "Troisièmes Crus" or "Third Growth" in the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855, indicating its status as one of the top wineries in the region.
Château Malescot‑St‑Exupéry Margaux 3ème Grand Cru Classé 2012 is a classic left‑bank Bordeaux from Margaux, France, uniting depth, elegance, and ripe fruit purity in a refined, ageworthy style.
Tasting Profile
The wine shows a deep, saturated ruby color and an expressive bouquet of blackcurrant liqueur, blackberry, blueberry, violet, cedar, charcoal, cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, tobacco leaf, and subtle oak spice. On the palate it is medium to full‑bodied with generous ripe black and red fruit, fine sweet tannins, fresh, lively acidity, and a long, structured, mineral and harmonious finish.
Grape Composition & Style
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Blend: Approx. 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot.
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Style: Savory, classic Margaux with sweet fruit at the core, refined texture, and great purity, matured about 16 months in French oak (around 80% new).
Terroir & Character
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Origin: Classified 3ème Grand Cru Classé estate in the Margaux appellation, on gravel and clay‑limestone soils that bring both finesse and structure.
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Character: Full yet elegant, with juicy length and the capacity to age gracefully, ideal with red meat, game, and other richly flavored dishes.
