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Château Sociando-Mallet

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Château Sociando-Mallet
Château Sociando-Mallet is located in the commune of Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne, north of Pauillac, in the Haut-Médoc appellation, and has been owned by Jean Gautreau since 1969. It was love at first sight for this Bordeaux wine merchant, who was looking for a property to sell for one of his Belgian clients. Ideally situated on the banks of the Gironde, with panoramic views over the estuary, he decided to buy Château Sociando-Mallet for himself, despite the sorry state of the facilities and the vineyard, which at the time covered just 5 hectares.

The first vintages revealed the exceptional terroir of Château Sociando-Mallet, made up of Guntzian gravel, ideal for Cabernet Sauvignon, on a clay subsoil that brings freshness to the wine. Since its acquisition, Jean Gautreau has continued to expand his vineyard by buying vines from his neighbors. Always striving for the best possible quality, he renovated all the buildings, built a winery and gradually improved the grape varieties grown on the estate. Following Jean Gautreau's death in 2019, it is now his daughter Sylvie who devotes herself exclusively to the management of Château Sociando-Mallet, whose vineyards extend over 85 hectares, and whose Haut-Médoc is now indisputably one of the must-have crus for Bordeaux connoisseurs!

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Château Sociando-Mallet - Haut-Médoc 2021

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4.3/5 (3 reviews)

2*Étoiles Hachette

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94/100 Terre de Vins

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94/100 Yves Beck

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93/100 James Suckling

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92/100 Robert Parker

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92/100 Falstaff

charmer
concentrate
best seller

"Inviting, conquering with impressive concentration for the vintage!"

" Sociando-Mallet confirms, with brio, the promise shown during the primeurs. Of course, the ageing doesn't go unnoticed, but it's just an accompaniment that gives way to notes of dark berries, liquorice, graphite and mint. The wine stands out for its fullness, elegance and serenity. Its fleshy, slightly sweet tannins go hand in hand with a structuring acidity that complements the fruity expression on the finish. This is a great Sociando-Mallet. Someone up there must be very proud" (Yves Beck 2022).

Château Sociando-Mallet - Haut-Médoc 2020

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4.3/5 (15 reviews)

96/100 Yves Beck

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2*Étoiles Hachette

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95/100 Terre de Vins

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94/100 James Suckling

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93/100 Vinous

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93/100 RVF

freshness
elegant
best seller

"THE star of the Médoc at its best!

" Sociando-Mallet confirms, with brio, the promise shown during the primeurs. Of course, the ageing doesn't go unnoticed, but it's just an accompaniment that gives way to notes of dark berries, liquorice, graphite and mint. The wine stands out for its fullness, elegance and serenity. Its fleshy, slightly sweet tannins go hand in hand with a structuring acidity that complements the fruity expression on the finish. This is a great Sociando-Mallet. There's one up there who must be very proud" (Yves Beck 2022) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

Château Sociando-Mallet - Haut-Médoc 2015

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4.3/5 (34 reviews)

2*Étoiles Hachette

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95/100 Yves Beck

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94/100 RVF

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93/100 James Suckling

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93/100 Decanter

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92/100 Jean-Marc Quarin

generous
complex
red meat
ready to drink
model of success

"Plébiscité par les experts: exceptional, superb classic with a long future ahead of it..."

"The blend has significantly more Merlot than Cabernet Sauvignon, but the latter dominates the dense nose. This wine is exceptional, even by Sociando's high standards: rich and robust, fleshy and concentrated; wonderfully generous fruit, ripe tannins and a long finish." (Decanter) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 12 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected)

La Demoiselle de Sociando-Mallet Haut-Médoc 2020 - Second vin

92/100 James Suckling

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90/100 The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve

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89-90/100 Yves Beck

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88/100 Vinous

merlot
powerful
balanced
red meat
second wine
strong personality

"A second wine with character!"

"Intense bouquet combining freshness, fruit and breeding. Inviting notes of blackcurrant and mint. On the palate, the wine is dense, full-bodied and well supported by its tannins. It has character, a lively structure and a persistent fruity expression on the finish. A delicious, crisp, racy wine ". (Yves Beck - 2021)

Château Sociando-Mallet - Haut-Médoc 2017

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4.2/5 (33 reviews)

2*Étoiles Hachette

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93/100 James Suckling

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93/100 Le Figaro

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93/100 Yves Beck

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92/100 RVF

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91/100 Wine Enthusiast

freshness
gourmet
accessible
best seller

"A must-have for immediate pleasure!

"This vintage is one of Jean Gautreau's last. A fine expression of the appellation, it is an authentic wine for laying down, yet already very pleasant. The bouquet is a harmonious blend of ripe fruit and wood, while the palate is full and long, with dense, well-coated tannins and fruity aromas of the highest quality". (Guide Hachette des vins - Edition 2020) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).

La Demoiselle de Sociando-Mallet Haut-Médoc 2019 - Second vin

94/100 Decanter

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92/100 James Suckling

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92/100 Yves Beck

cabernet sauvignon
balanced
second wine
model of success

"The bouquet combines the charm of Merlot with the freshness of Cabernet Sauvignon. Inviting nuances of dark berries, cocoa beans and eucalyptus. On the palate, the wine is fine and balanced. Silky tannins provide excellent support. Beautiful fruity intensity through to the finish. A crisp, tasty wine. A great success with a second wine that reaches the level of some classified growths..." (Yves Beck 2021)

Château Sociando-Mallet Haut-Médoc 2016

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4.4/5 (63 reviews)

94/100 James Suckling

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92-94/100 Robert Parker

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16,5/20 RVF

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16,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve

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16,5/20 Jancis Robinson

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91/100 Vinous

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2*Étoiles Hachette

freshness
exceptional
prime rib

"The 2016 Sociando-Mallet has a very intense, rich bouquet [...]. The palate is medium-bodied with juicy, ripe tannins that almost conceal the underlying firm structure. I admire the fullness of this Sociando-Mallet, the carefully embroidered new oak and the freshness of the finish. The 2015 Sociando-Mallet didn't hit the mark last year, but this 2016 is totally convincing. It comes highly recommended as one of the best wines produced at this northern Médoc estate. This is an exceptional Gartreau wine. " (Wine Advocate 2017). - Delivery in wooden case for any order of 6 bottles of this wine (excluding Point Relais delivery).

Château Sociando-Mallet Haut-Médoc 2012

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4.3/5 (125 reviews)

90/100 Robert Parker

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16/20 Le Figaro

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2*Coup de Coeur Hachette

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16,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve

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90/100 James Suckling

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16,5/20 RVF

coated tannins
concentrate
best seller

"Ready to drink

"Once again, owner Jean Gautreau has struck hard with a magnificent blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. Wonderfully soft, ripe tannins seem to be a rule of thumb on this great terroir just north of Saint-Estèphe's Château Montrose. A beautiful deep ruby/purple color, decent acidity, medium to full-bodied mouthfeel and astonishing fruit place this wine in the middle of the Médoc's best crus classés, yet it's never been classified. Go figure. Sweeter than I would have expected (I've been following and buying this wine since the mid-1970s), this wine will still age beautifully for 10-15+ years." (Wine Advocate - 2015) - Delivery in wooden case for all orders of 12 bottles of this wine (excluding Point Relais delivery).

La Demoiselle de Sociando-Mallet 2016

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3.8/5 (25 reviews)

92/100 James Suckling

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15/20 RVF

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14/20 Bettane & Desseauve

"Concentrated and straightforward, with notes of blackcurrant, walnut and dark chocolate. Medium body, fine tannins and tasty finish. Shows excellence for this second Sociando wine." ( James Suckling - 2019) A connoisseur's Haut-Médoc gem perfect for any occasion!

Château Sociando-Mallet 2018

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4.1/5 (23 reviews)

94-95/100 James Suckling

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16,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve

structured
purity
black fruits

"Cuvée Hommage!

"There's fantastic purity of dark fruit with ripe blackberries and raspberries. Floral and bright. Full-bodied and compact with super-polished tannins. Really fantastic." (James Suckling) A tribute to Jean Gautreau, who passionately ran the château for 50 years! - Delivery in wooden cases for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (excluding Point Relais delivery method).

La Demoiselle de Sociando-Mallet 2014

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4/5 (2 reviews)

15/20 Gault & Millau

"Violet, beautiful, ripe, fresh black fruit. Elegance for charming Demoiselles. Surely one of the finest pleasure wines of this vintage." (Les Meilleurs Vins de France 2016 - Gault Millau) A generous, elegant second wine!

Château Sociando-Mallet 2011

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4.2/5 (41 reviews)

91/100 Robert Parker

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16,5/20 RVF

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16,5/20 Gault & Millau

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15,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve

"The tannic strength of many 2011 Medocs seems relatively moderate here, but there's no lack of concentration in this wine, which is clearly of cru classé quality. It reveals a dense purple color with abundant notes of crème de cassis, crushed rocks and spring flowers. Medium-bodied and very rich, it's a real revelation in a vintage like 2011. Given its earliness and silky tannins, it can be drunk in 2-3 years, or cellared for two decades." (Wine Advocate - Robert Parker). Delivery in wooden cases for orders of 6 bottles of this wine.

Château Sociando-Mallet 2009

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4.2/5 (65 reviews)

18/20 RVF

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17/20 Gault & Millau

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2*Étoiles Hachette

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16,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve

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90/100 Robert Parker

"The 2009 has retained a lovely freshness of fruit, with a dense, very ripe body and, here again, plenty of tannic volume." (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2015 - RVF). "Elegant nose with hints of blackcurrant, straightforward and precise on the palate, between fruit and spice. Powerful tannins punctuate this great length". (Le Guide Bettane & Desseauve des Vins de France 2015). Don't miss this exceptional 2009 vintage! Delivery in wooden cases for orders delivered in France of 12 bottles of this wine.

La Demoiselle de Sociando-Mallet 2011 - Second vin du Château Sociando-Mallet

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3.5/5 (4 reviews)

15/20 Gault & Millau

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15/20 Jancis Robinson

This Château with its exceptional terroir stands on the banks of the Gironde, in Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne. Masterfully managed by Jean Gautreau, it produces a range of unrivalled vintages acclaimed by all Bordeaux connoisseurs. The great wine and its second not to be missed! Delivery in wooden cases for orders of 12 bottles of this wine delivered in France.

La Demoiselle de Sociando-Mallet 2010 - Second vin du Château Sociando-Mallet

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4/5 (20 reviews)

15,5/20 Gault & Millau

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Cité Hachette

"A vegetal framework absorbed from the very first seconds on the palate. The notes are delicate and the palate is veiled by a bright floral bouquet. A wine of extreme finesse and class". (Les Meilleurs Vins de France - Gault Millau). A pleasant, supple Haut-Médoc, with mellow tannins, good mouthfeel and good length. - Delivery in wooden cases for orders delivered in France of 6 bottles of this wine.