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Famille Maradenne-Guitard Ambroise
de l'Her
2006/2007
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The view of the Lot River . |
You need to experience this fabulous wine!! Cahors has long enjoyed the reputation for producing deeply aromatic, medium- to full-bodied red wines. Located in the heart of France near (what did you expect?) Cahors, the limestone characteristic of the soil accounts for the outstanding quality of this wine. True to the reputation of Cahors, this red wine is dark, tannic, and long-lived but, due to the iron in the soil, the wine remains soft and low in acid with a delightful fruitiness. There is intrigue in every sip.
Cepages: 90% Malbec, 10% Merlot About
the Producer: Maradenne-Guitard: a family vineyard
of 40 hectares situated on sunny slopes in the village of Vire sur
Lot, in the heart of the Cahors Appellation. Mr
Maradenne acquired the property in 1955, and in 1980, his
daughter, Pierrette, and his son- in- law, Claude Guitard, took
over the operation; since 2006, their son, Olivier, after
his studies in oenology, joined this family operation. The vineyard
is planted on terraces consisting of clay- limestone and clay -sand,
and benefits from an ideal exposure to the sun which matures the
grapes perfectly. Tasting Notes: The subtle blends of Malbec and Merlot in the 2006 create a full-bodied, well balanced and elegant wine. In the glass, this wine is deepest, dark red with purplish red highlights and an intriguing bouquet of black currant and caramel. Its flavors are expressive and long, well-structured and full, with a clear expression of spice and red fruit. The tannins are subtle and mellow with a capacity for aging. Recommended Food Pairings: This is a deep, luxurious wine; think of foods that require a counter point. Beef and Lamb, Venison, Cheese, Duck confit. Awards: Vintage 2006 has been extolled in the magazine "TASTED" of march 2009 by Andreas Larsson
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