Chateau Sociando Mallet 1994 75cl

Château Sociando-Mallet 1994 is a red wine from the Haut-Médoc AOC, renowned for its elegant structure, complex aromas of black fruit, and remarkable aging potential

Origin and Terroir

Château Sociando-Mallet is an estate located in the Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, on Guntzen gravel soils with an underlying clay-limestone subsoil, ideal for producing robust and elegant wines. The vineyard covers approximately 85 hectares, with vines averaging around thirty years old.

Blend

The 1994 vintage is primarily composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot. This combination gives the wine power, tannic structure, and aromatic complexity

Vinification and Aging

The grapes undergo rigorous sorting. Fermentation is followed by 12 months of aging in barrels, often new, allowing for a beautiful integration of oak and the development of subtle aromas of toasted bread and sandalwood

Characteristics and Tasting

Color: very dark to almost black, typical of this vintage 
Nose: modest but complex bouquet, dominated by black fruit, sandalwood, and well-integrated oak 
Palate: balanced and full-bodied, with firm and fine tannins, remarkable richness with notes of leather, spices, and ripe fruit. The wine displays a deep sweetness and elegance 
Aging potential: a wine for aging that is currently reaching its optimal maturity or has done so recently, with its peak occurring between 2004 and 2018 according to some sources 

Serving Suggestions and Food Pairings
Recommended serving temperature: between 16 and 18°C
Decant at least 2 to 3 hours before tasting to reveal its full aromatic potential 
Ideal with red meats (beef, lamb, duck), dishes in sauce, or aged cheeses such as Brie or Saint-Nectaire 

Additional Information
The wine is offered in a classic 75cl bottle format with an alcohol content of around 12.5%.

This vintage from Château Sociando-Mallet is renowned for its consistent quality, revealing good aging potential with a notable tannic structure and beautiful aromatic complexity, making this cru a wine appreciated by lovers of Haut-Médoc Bordeaux.