The estate
Established in 1875, Chateau Maucaillou boasts one of the oldest vineyards in the Moulis appellation on the left bank of Bordeaux.
The vineyard
Chateau Maucaillou is surrounded by a large 66-hectare vineyard planted in soils composed of Guntz gravel and clay-limestone soil.
The winemaking and aging
The manual and mechanical harvests were carried out between September 27 and October 9. Vinification by grape variety. Traditional vinification with pre-fermentation maceration at a temperature of 22 ° C. Fermentation in temperature-controlled vats, racking after 3 weeks. Aging for 16 months in oak barrels.
The blend
Cabernet sauvignon (52%), merlot (41%), petit verdot (7%).
The tasting
The Chateau Maucaillou 2019 successfully represents a complex and fruity vintage. The creamy texture and balanced structure make the Chateau Maucaillou 2019 a great Moulis wine in a vintage of excellent quality.
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