2018 Chateau Sociando-Mallet, Haut-Medoc 6x75cl

Located on the Butte de Baleyron – one of the finest gravelly terroirs in the Médoc - Château Sociando-Mallet is a 117 hectare estate that has continued to make its distinctive and beautiful wines since the 17th century. Its terroir consists of Gunz gravel over a deep layer of clay-limestone soil, which sees its Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot thrive. The vineyard is planted to Merlot (c.55%), Cabernet Sauvignon (c.40%), and Cabernet Franc (c.5%). Located far north of the Left Bank, Sociando-Mallet benefits from a cooler climate than most of its neighbours, meaning that it usually performs well during hot dry years. 95% of the harvest is aged in 100% new French oak barrels, whilst the remainder takes place in vats for an average of 12 months. The end result is a flavoursome wine whose complex bouquet is full of black fruits, minerality and warm oak. These fresh, balanced wines age perfectly, and can be enjoyed up to 30 years after bottling.