"A Malepère dominated by Merlot, with a warm nose of stewed red and black fruit and hints of oak. The same gentle warmth emanates from a suave palate, backed by consistent but well-coated tannins, which finishes on the vanilla notes of the barrel. Generous and good ageing potential". (Le Guide Hachette 2023)
Features
Estate
Château de Caux et Sauzens
Vintage
2019
Designation
Malepère
Region
Languedoc
Grape varieties
65% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc
Terroirs
Clay-limestone with rolled pebbles
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
At optimum maturity
Winemaking
Traditional, long maceration at controlled temperatures
Breeding
18 months in oak barrels, blending before bottling
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Dark red with purple highlights
Nose
Powerful, slightly jammy red fruit, with notes of spice, licorice and eucalyptus.
Mouth
Round and structured, with good volume and aromatic persistence. Beautiful harmony.
Serve
AT 16-18°C
Open
Decant 1/2h before use
Drink before
2026
Food and wine pairing
Roast or grilled beef, pork and free-range poultry, or cassoulet...
Château de Caux et Sauzens
Malepère
Expert opinion
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (guide 2023) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
Domain rated (guide 2024) Awarded wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the wine:
A malepère dominated by Merlot, with a warm nose of stewed red and black fruit and hints of oak. The same gentle warmth emanates from a suave palate, backed by consistent but well-coated tannins, which finishes on the vanilla notes of the barrel. Generous and good ageing potential.
About the domain :
Situated 5 km from Carcassonne on the banks of the Canal du Midi, this is one of the oldest winegrowing estates in the Malepère region, dating back to the 13th century and the Roger Cahuzac de Caux family, and the vineyard to the 16th century. Acquired in 1871 by the ancestors of the current owners, an old Malepère family, the estate began to flourish around 1900. Its recent revival is linked to the rehabilitation of the winery in 2015 by the Boyer family, who took over the reins of the estate (70 ha, including 55 ha of vines).
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.8/5
on 9 reviews
Note and review by M. LAURENT P. Published on 30/04/2024
Very well done, a pleasure. Hurry up and suggest another vintage!
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Note and review by Mlle MARJORIE D. Published on 04/03/2023
Wine with character. Quite strong. Atypical taste. Quite good. May be excellent after a few years in the cellar... 2019 drunk in 2023.
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Note and review by M. HERVE C. Published on 19/07/2024
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Note and review by M. ELIE P. Published on 02/02/2024
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Note and review by M. LAURENT C. Published on 12/09/2023
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Note and review by M. MICHAEL M. Published on 01/09/2023
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Note and review by Mme MARIE-ANGE C. Published on 22/06/2023
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Note and review by M. BENOIT G. Published on 19/06/2023
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Note and review by M. PASCAL S. Published on 26/03/2023
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