Maucaillou
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(6x75cl) 2019Hailing from the illustrious French region of Bordeaux, the Bordeaux Maucaillou 2019 is a stately exemplification of superior winemaking craft. Meticulously cultivated in the alluvial gravel soil of the Maucaillou estate, this wine is the meticulous orchestration of the well-recognised Dourthe family, seasoned purveyors of fine wines since 1840. Boasting an exceptional blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot, Bordeaux Maucaillou 2019 captivates palates with an enchanting symphony of dark fruits and earthy undertones underpinned by harmonious, polished tannins, indicative of the estate's adept restraint and maturation processes.
An exemplar of the superior 2019 vintage, it suffuses a balance of strength, elegance, and longevity, characteristic of the Médoc sub-region. Multi-layered and complex, every sip of the Bordeaux Maucaillou 2019 arouses an unmistakable testament to a profound mastery of the art of viticulture and winemaking.
$98.00 -
Embark on a sublime journey through the terroir of Moulis-en-Médoc with the opulent Maucaillou 1998. This exquisite specimen, conceived by the hands of the winemaking Dourthe family, encapsulates a rich history, spanning over 200 years. Meticulously produced in Bordeaux's Left Bank, the French Château Maucaillou embraces exceptional viniculture techniques for a blend of primarily Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. Expect full-bodied, voluptuous complexity on the palate, with ample notes of ripe black fruit dictated by its, even now, youthful tannins. Alongside this, the wine's maturation for 18 months in oak barrels conjures an elegant symphony of mocha and cedarwood undertones. The lasting finish of the Maucaillou 1998 is testaments to its lauded vintage, with a remarkable balance ensuring this grand cru's position amongst the wine world’s elite. An invaluable addition to your cellar, this dignified offering is a true talisman of both its producer's ethos and renowned Bordeaux heritage.
$499.00 -
(12x75cl) 2000
Wine Spectator (91)
Bright raspberry and strawberry character follow through to a rich, fruity palate, with soft, silky tannins and a long finish. Best Maucaillou in years. Score range: 89-91$440.00 -
(12x75cl) 2003
Wine Advocate (87)
Displaying oak notes as well as sweet fruit, this medium-bodied 2003 is best drunk over the next 5-7 years.$790.00 -
(12x75cl) 2005
Wine Spectator (90)
Currant, fresh berry and rose petal aromas lead to a medium body, with fine, silky tannins and a long, caressing finish. There's a pretty texture to this, and length as well. Best after 2011. 29,165 cases made. -JS$673.00 -
Vinous - Ian D'Agata (87-90)
Bright purple-ruby. Highly floral nose offers scents of lavender, lily, violet, blackberry, cedar and graphite. Lush, rich and sweet on entry, with rich black fruit and smoky underbrush flavors given adequate lift by lively acidity. Finishes pure, clean and long, with a trace of warmth, lingering notes of minerals and coffee, and a healthy dose of youthfully aggressive tannins. This wine will need at least a few years to resolve its tannins but should prove to be a splendid Maucaillou.$436.00 -
Wine Enthusiast (89)
88-90 Acidity and fresh fruit are out of balance with smoky wood. The wine will need to integrate in the coming months, although all the elements are there.$252.00 -
Wine Advocate (89)
Medium garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Maucaillou has a savory/meaty nose with notions of smoked meats, blackcurrants and cherries. Medium-bodied, the palate is juicy with a little grip of chewy tannins.$178.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89)
The 2018 Maucaillou is a rich, heady wine, just as it was from barrel. A blast of dark cherry fruit, cedar, licorice and tobacco hits the palate, all wrapped up by firm tannins that are a bit imposing at this stage. Give the 2018 a few years in bottle. There's a lot of wine here.$160.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89)
The 2018 Maucaillou is a rich, heady wine, just as it was from barrel. A blast of dark cherry fruit, cedar, licorice and tobacco hits the palate, all wrapped up by firm tannins that are a bit imposing at this stage. Give the 2018 a few years in bottle. There's a lot of wine here.$281.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90)
The 2019 Maucaillou is a very pretty, elegant and nuanced wine with lovely aromatic presence and fine balance. A wine of delicacy and understatement, the 2019 is super classy and impeccable. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry, mint. This is beautifully done.$264.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90)
The 2019 Maucaillou is a very pretty, elegant and nuanced wine with lovely aromatic presence and fine balance. A wine of delicacy and understatement, the 2019 is super classy and impeccable. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry, mint. This is beautifully done.$137.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89-91)
The 2020 Maucaillou is a beautiful and promising wine. The Maucaillou is not as boisterous as many 2020s, but it more than makes up for that with its sophisticated, polished feel and overall persistence. Sweet red cherry, cedar, pipe tobacco and mint all grace this wonderfully classy Moulis.$164.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89-91)
The 2020 Maucaillou is a beautiful and promising wine. The Maucaillou is not as boisterous as many 2020s, but it more than makes up for that with its sophisticated, polished feel and overall persistence. Sweet red cherry, cedar, pipe tobacco and mint all grace this wonderfully classy Moulis.$292.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89-91)
The 2020 Maucaillou is a beautiful and promising wine. The Maucaillou is not as boisterous as many 2020s, but it more than makes up for that with its sophisticated, polished feel and overall persistence. Sweet red cherry, cedar, pipe tobacco and mint all grace this wonderfully classy Moulis.$189.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89-91)
The 2020 Maucaillou is a beautiful and promising wine. The Maucaillou is not as boisterous as many 2020s, but it more than makes up for that with its sophisticated, polished feel and overall persistence. Sweet red cherry, cedar, pipe tobacco and mint all grace this wonderfully classy Moulis.$296.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (89-91)
The 2020 Maucaillou is a beautiful and promising wine. The Maucaillou is not as boisterous as many 2020s, but it more than makes up for that with its sophisticated, polished feel and overall persistence. Sweet red cherry, cedar, pipe tobacco and mint all grace this wonderfully classy Moulis.$153.00 -
Wine Advocate (88)
The 2021 Maucaillou offers a very creditable showing in bottle, exhibiting aromas of cassis, sweet soil tones and cigar wrapper, followed by a medium-bodied, fleshy palate with bright acids and soft, powdery tannins. This is impressive for the vintage.$153.00 -
Regarded as an epitome of opulence, Maucaillou 2022 is a fine wine ethereal in both taste and appearance. Cultivated in the famed soil of Moulis-en-Médoc within the prestigious Bordeaux region of France, the winemaking process stays true to tradition whilst incorporating modern oenological techniques. The vineyard utilises hand-harvesting and ageing in French oak barrels, adding that quintessential finesse and complex structure for which Maucaillou wines are revered.
The producer, Château Maucaillou, is lauded for adhering to the highest standards of quality, punctuated by sustainable viticulture practices throughout their two-century old vineyard. Reflecting the perfect blend of 52% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 8% Petit Verdot, Maucaillou 2022 boasts an inviting palette with touches of red fruit, cassis, and liquorice, concluding with a gracefully persistent finish.
An embodiment of mastery and savoir-faire, Maucaillou 2022 is not just a bottle of wine, but a voyage into the heart of France's cherished winemaking legacy.
$318.00
