CHATEAU VIEUX PUIT
"The purity of French Malbec: Chateau Vieux Puit captures the mystical essence of the Cot grape in its native terroir, balancing power with an enviable mineral freshness."
The Ancestral Origin
Unlike its New World counterparts, Chateau Vieux Puit Malbec 2022 offers a distinct and refined mineral backbone. A red wine of French origin born in the clay-limestone soils of Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux, designed especially for connoisseurs looking to buy an authentic Malbec, structured and true to its historic cradle. Place your order online with a full guarantee of authenticity and secure shipping throughout Mexico via La Cava Shop.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Chateau Vieux Puit.
- Origin: Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux, France.
- Varietal: 100% Malbec (Cot).
- Terroir: Clay-limestone.
- Alcohol: 13.5% ABV.
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Intense purple color, almost opaque, with deep violet rims that denote its concentration and youth.
Nose: An explosion of black fruits such as plum and blueberry, accompanied by elegant notes of fresh violets and a subtle touch of white pepper.
Palate: Robust and fleshy entry. It presents a velvety texture with firm yet well-integrated tannins, culminating in a long and eminently mineral finish.
3. Style and Structure
BODY (STRUCTURED) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
INTENSITY (FRUIT AND FLOWERS) [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
PERSISTENCE (ELEGANT) [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
PROFILE (CLASSIC FRENCH) [ MINERAL ]
4. Recommendations
Gastronomy: Ideal with peppered red meat, duck magret, lamb barbecues, or aged cheeses such as Comté.
Service: Recommended to serve between 16°C and 18°C. Use a wide glass to allow for proper oxygenation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What differentiates Chateau Vieux Puit Malbec from those of America?
As a French Malbec (known locally as Cot), it offers a more mineral structure, firm tannins, and an acidic freshness that sets it apart from the sweet fruitiness typical of the New World.
What is the exact origin of this wine?
It comes from Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux, in France, a region renowned for its clay-limestone soils that grant a rustic elegance and remarkable longevity to the varietal.