Château de Malleprat 2007, Pessac-Léognan AOC
€13.33 /L
From the prestigious Graves terroir, Château de Malleprat Blanc 2007 showcases the elegance of aged Pessac-Léognan whites. At peak maturity, this wine reveals a complex bouquet of yellow fruit, toasted almond and honey. The palate is round, smooth and vibrant, with a lingering mineral finish. A rare wine at its prime, ideal with fine fish, creamy poultry or mature cheeses.
Description
Located in the heart of the renowned Pessac-Léognan appellation, Château de Malleprat produces elegant and age-worthy white wines. This 2007 vintage, now at full maturity, illustrates the aging potential of the finest Graves white wines.
Made from a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, the wine was barrel-aged with regular lees stirring, bringing aromatic complexity, roundness and depth. With age, it has developed noble tertiary notes while maintaining refreshing minerality.
Tasting Notes
- Color: Evolved pale gold with golden reflections.
- Nose: Complex and expressive, with yellow peach, hazelnut, beeswax, dried flowers and vanilla aromas.
- Palate: Broad and smooth, structured by lively acidity. Long and savory finish with hints of dried fruit and toast.
Serving Temperature & Tips
- Serve between 10 and 12 °C (50–54 °F), ideally decanted for 30 minutes.
- Drink now or within the next 2 to 3 years.
Food Pairings
- Roasted noble fish, salt-crusted sea bass, turbot with beurre blanc.
- Creamy poultry, veal sweetbreads with morels, monkfish stew.
- Ripened cheeses: Comté, aged ewe’s milk, blue-veined cheeses.
Occasions
- Gastronomic meals, fine dinners, tasting evenings with connoisseurs.
- Perfect to elevate a refined dish or celebrate a memorable moment.
Specifications
- Name: Château de Malleprat 2007
- Appellation: Pessac-Léognan AOC
- Vintage: 2007
- Grapes: Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Muscadelle
- Volume: 75 cl
- Alcohol: 12,5%
- Aging: 12 months in French oak with lees stirring
- Cellaring: Until 2026
- Origin: Graves – Bordeaux
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, in summer in moderation.Product Details
- Origin
- France
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites
- Capacity
- 75 cl
- Appellation
- Pessac-Léognan
- Color
- White
- Wine Region
- Bordeaux, France
- Vintage
- 2007
- Type of wine
- White wine
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