Cahors - Malbec Grape - Cahors, FR - 16
 
It’s young, juicy and loaded with blackberry jam essence, cinnamon, oregano, and mineral flavor. As the name suggests, this is a true Clos, a walled-in vineyard, medieval practice to parcel off growing areas. These are small-batch, heavily awaited offerings. Bernède has quite a fanbase in the wine world that eagerly awaits the latest vintage release. The blend is eighty percent Malbec and twenty percent Merlot. It has the roundness of Merlot, but the black fruit and brashness of Malbec. The wine has such strength, brought out by its limestone soils, with excellent minerality. It’s drinkable with nice acidity. These wines come from the higher terroir and reflect Malbec’s seer power and floral character. Truly a lovely wine.