{"product_id":"malescot-saint-exupery-3eme-grand-cru-classe-margaux-2018","title":"Malescot Saint Exupery 3ème Grand Cru Classé Margaux, 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Malescot Saint Exupéry 2018 is a polished Margaux third growth that combines the finesse and perfume of the appellation with the depth and structure of a standout Bordeaux vintage. Built on Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it offers the classic Left Bank balance of elegance, freshness and age-worthy power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep garnet in the glass, this 2018 shows a refined aromatic profile of blackcurrant, plum, violet and cedar, with subtle notes of graphite, spice and freshly turned earth. On the palate it is layered and harmonious, with ripe dark fruit, fine-grained tannins and a long, graceful finish that reflects both concentration and Margaux’s signature delicacy.\n\nThe wine already has immediate appeal thanks to its silky texture and brightness, but it should also develop beautifully with time in bottle. Over the next decade or more, expect the fruit to become more complex and the floral, earthy and tobacco nuances to come further to the fore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from the gravelly soils of Margaux, the blend benefits from a terroir that naturally promotes drainage, warmth and precision, helping Cabernet Sauvignon ripen fully while preserving freshness. The 2018 vintage was vinified with a focus on expressing purity of fruit and structure, with each variety contributing its role in the final blend: Cabernet Sauvignon for backbone, Merlot for roundness, Cabernet Franc for aromatic lift and Petit Verdot for color and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Margaux pairs beautifully with roasted lamb, beef fillet, duck breast, game birds and mushroom-based dishes, as well as aged hard cheeses. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for 1–2 hours if drinking now to allow the aromas and tannins to open fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Malescot Saint Exupéry is one of Margaux’s historic names and has held its status as a 3ème Grand Cru Classé since the 1855 classification. The estate is known for producing wines that combine classic Bordeaux structure with the fragrance and elegance expected from Margaux, and it has earned a strong reputation among collectors for its consistency and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Malescot Saint Exupery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252291195217,"sku":"MS-76576","price":79.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/76576.png?v=1783443964","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/malescot-saint-exupery-3eme-grand-cru-classe-margaux-2018","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}