Château Lamartine Cahors 2016

Château Lamartine Cahors

TERROIR
Vines from 20 to 45 years on clay-siliceous (30%), clay-limestone (50%) and limestone (20%) terroirs – 2nd, 3rd and 4th terrace of Lot Valley. Yield 50 Hl/ha.

WINE-MAKING
Traditional method in stainless steel tanks, maceration during 22 days.

MATURING
Ageing in concrete tanks (60%), oak vats and oak barrels (40%). Bottling from 20 months.

TASTING NOTES
Dark garnet red color, the density announces a lot of concentration confirmed by the nose. First, it gives off ripe red fruits and sweet spices, complemented by dark fruits notes. The harmony of all is remarkable in mouth, it has a nice mache with pleasant astringency.

LAYING-DOWN POTENTIAL
From 5 to 8 years.

SERVICE TEMPERATURE
To accompany strongly-favored meat dishes, cheese.

Reviews

Wine Spectator – “This focused red delivers smoke and mineral undertones flanking the plum and currant flavors, backed by moderate tannins. Accents of bay leaf, spice, violet and black licorice create depth and interest through the energetic finish. Malbec and Merlot.” (90 Pts, #91 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2020“)