Château Malartic-Lagravière 2016

Chateau Malartic-Lagraviere white 2016: A dense Pessac-Leognan

Chateau Malartic-Lagraviere white 2016 is a Classified Growth produced in Pessac-Leognan. The estate has 7 hectares of white grape varieties planted. The vines, on average 31 years old, are planted on gravel, clay and limestone. Chateau Malartic-Lagraviere white 2016 is a blend of 85% Sauvignon Blanc and 15% Semillon. The wine is aged on lees in oak barrels (55% in new barrels). 

The 2016 vintage's summer began in late June, and was very dry and hot. The vines had no problem dealing with such adversity. On September 13^th, the rain allowed the grapes to terminate their maturation. Harvest started on September 19^th and lasted until the 27^th.

Chateau Malartic-Lagraviere white 2016 is remarkably acidic, giving the wine a unique balance. The nose is aromatically enticing and the taste is beautifully dense.