Clos Troteligotte K-Or Malbec 2014
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Always a dense and concentrated wine, this new vintage also reveal rich fruit, blackberry and plum. Combined with dark tannins and layers of spice from wood aging, it's a structured wine that finishes with fresh, fruity acidity. Drink from 2018. Editors' Choice.
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Planted on the heights of the Cahors vineyards of Clos Troteligotte benefits both the oceanic and Mediterranean influences and enhances the full soil where their roots. The 10 hectares of vineyards AOC Cahors (90% Malbec 10% Merlot) produce wines of character highlighting the malbec. A fertilization, a weed adapted a rigorous suckering, and stripping the green harvest can control the performance and reduce the risk of diseases while reducing the use of chemicals.
Celebrated for its bold flavors and supple texture, Malbec has enjoyed runaway success in Argentina since the late 20th century. The grape originated in Bordeaux, France, where it historically contributed color and tannin to blends. A French agronomist, who saw great potential for the variety in Mendoza’s hot, high-altitude landscape, brought Malbec to Argentina in 1868. Somm Secret—If you’re trying to please a crowd, Malbec is generally a safe bet with its combination of dense fruit and soft tannins.
Within the Southwest of France, this is the one region outside of Argentina that is today almost exclusively dependent on Malbec. Locally the variety is called Cot, and makes a dense, earthy and black fruit dominant red wine. Both the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean both have a strong influence on the climate of this region.