It is in a constant search for quality and with the support of highly qualified and committed teams that the Bonnie family passionately elaborates the wines of Vignobles Malartic. The signature of Château Malartic-Lagravière can be seen in these magnificent, elegant, gourmet second wines. Comte de Malartic rouge, the second wine of Château Malartic-Lagravière, is conceived with the same philosophy as the grand vin. Second wine of Château Malartic-Lagravière, elegant and inviting.

Climate

Climatology is one of the essential elements in the making of a great Bordeaux wine. 2016 was an exceptional year with a wet winter and spring. It was one of the best summers in recent years. High temperatures and sunshine yielded concentrated grapes and good textures. The after-season was also of great quality with remarkable temperatures. The climate allowed the development of the vine and the singularity of the grape with a rapid and uniform flowering. After such a beautiful summer, the rains in mid-September were salutary before the harvest which took place in good circumstances. In short, the grapes from the Comte de Malartic-Lagravière reserve in the Pessac-Léognan appellation benefit from an exceptional climate, ideal for the production of a unique second wine.

Winemaking

The vinification took place in small temperature-controlled vats for four weeks at a temperature of between 28 and 30 degrees. The wine remained in the vats for 15 months before bottling. As a general rule, Comte de Malartic-Lagravière appellation Pessac-Léognan is made with the same care as the red grand cru classé.

Tasting notes

Pale yellow colour. Perfume of roses, lychees, talc and moscatel grapes. Entry into the mouth is slightly sweet.