"Smoky, spicy oak defines the nose, but on the palate it's the full-bodied aspect, concentration and intensity of the Malbec that comes through with power and purity, adding layers of persistent black cherry, plum, licorice, vanilla and cinnamon. Full-bodied and velvety, it's almost approachable now, but should age for more than 10 years without too much difficulty." (Wine Advocate 2020)
Features
Estate
Château Lagrézette
Cuvée
Dame Honneur
Vintage
2016
Designation
Cahors
Region
Southwest
Grape varieties
Malbec, Merlot
Terroirs
Gravel-clay soil
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Cold maceration at 8°C followed by hot maceration during alcoholic fermentation
Breeding
20 to 22 months in oak barrels
Alcohol content
16%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Deep purple colour
Nose
Bursting with red fruit
Mouth
Peppery and licorice-like, with well blended tannins
Serve
AT 16-18°C
Open
1h before
Drink before
2031+
Food and wine pairing
Goes well with duck breast with orange sauce, grilled meats, a platter of mature cheeses...
Château Lagrézette
Cahors
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domain rated 3*Stars (High-quality production that can serve as a benchmark in its sector)
About the domain :
Alain-Dominique Perrin has worked hard to make the magnificent Lagrézette estate one of the beacons of the Cahors revival. The progress made since the cellar renovation is clear to see: the wines have gained in elegance, and the fruit is better highlighted by the ageing process. We particularly appreciate the Château and Clos Marguerite cuvees, remarkable this year.
Decanter
Domain rated (2019 guide) Recommended
Guide Hachette des vins
Domain rated (guide 2022) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the domain :
A star estate in the Cadurcian vineyards, acquired in 1985 by businessman Alain-Dominique Perrin. It is renowned for the distinctive architecture of its 16th-century manor house, with its pepper-pot towers, sloping roofs and dovecote; for its vineyard heritage (82 ha), cultivated since the 16th century; and, above all, for its ambitious wines, regularly featured in these pages.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2020 guide) 94/100 (Outstanding wine)
About the wine:
A selection of parcels behind the château aged for 22 to 24 months in new French oak, Château Lagrezette's 2016 Cuvée Dame Honneur is a blend of 89% Malbec and 11% Merlot. Smoky, spicy oak defines the nose, but on the full-bodied palate, Malbec's concentration and intensity emerge with power and purity, adding layers of persistent black cherry, plum and licorice to vanilla and cinnamon. Full-bodied and velvety, it's almost approachable now, but should age for more than 10 years without too much difficulty.
Wine Spectator
Rated (2019 guide) 93/100 (Outstanding wine)
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2019 guide) 93/100
Domain rated (guide 2022) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
About the wine:
The high alcohol content of this wine is strikingly absent on the palate. It's certainly full-bodied, but the black fruit, acidity and solid tannins are balanced, giving a wine with firm, youthful tannins and great ageing potential. Drink from 2022.
Jancis Robinson
Rated Domaine (2021 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2019 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
A fantastic Cahors red with aromas and flavors of spices, dried meat, dry earth and dark berries. Full-bodied, with firm tannins and a wonderful, savory finish. One of the best Cahors I've ever had. Drink it or keep it.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4.4/5
on 7 reviews
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