Bordeaux
Château Sociando-Mallet - Haut-Médoc - Red - 2013
Characteristics
Country / Region: Bordeaux
Vintage: 2013
Name: AOP Haut-Médoc
Grape variety: 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol: 13 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Estate rated 1 star in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2022 (RVF) Estate rated 3 stars in the Guide Bettane et Desseauve 2022
Wine:
Skillfully crafted, the 2013 Red Château Sociando-Mallet Haut-Médoc stands out for its finesse and supple texture. In this elegantly understated vintage, with softer tannins than usual, the wine displays remarkable grace, beautifully unfolding layers of ripe fruit aromas and subtle sweet spices. It perfectly embodies the signature style of the estate—a captivating blend of classic structure, precision, and undeniable charm. This is a bottle ready to be enjoyed now, with no need for further cellaring.Vinification:
Hand harvested. Traditional vinification in cement and stainless steel vats. Aged for 12 months in new barrels.Color:
Deep and intense red.Nose:
Beautiful aromas of red and black fruits mixed with spicy notes.Palate:
Supple and elegant, with generous fruit flavours, this cuvée reveals beautifully perfumed nuances and a soft, refined texture. Its balance of classic structure and irresistible charm makes it an absolute delight to enjoy.
Temperature:
Serve between 16 and 18°C.Food and wine pairing:
Leg of lamb with thyme and wild mushrooms, duck stew with porcini mushrooms, coq au vin, prime rib, all red meats.Cellar aging:
From now until 2026Château Sociando-Mallet is renowned worldwide for offering some of the finest value among the great Bordeaux estates. Located just north of Saint-Estèphe, its terroir shares striking similarities with the prestigious Château Latour. Since acquiring the estate in 1969, the visionary Jean Gautreau transformed it into a benchmark for quality, securing its status as a standout in Bordeaux.