An outstanding Malbec. In a recent tasting of one hundred wines from Cahors, Decanter Magazine crowned only four “outstanding”. Château les Croisille’s single vineyard aromatic blockbuster, Divin, was the top scorer. Forget Argentina, Cahor is the Malbec Mecca. And this family-owned, full-bodied red from 30 year old organically grown vines that has been aged in French oak for 18 months is a towering colossus. Roasted meat, earth, freshly ground pepper. Small family, stellar success. Cahors is, without a doubt, the most dynamic appellation in Southwest France. Recently, the area has gained momentum within the wine industry, due to the dedication and innovation of a group of winemakers in their thirties, re-energizing the Lot region’s most renowned varietal – Malbec. Château Les Croisille is one of the vineyards taking part in this revolution, by utilizing sustainable farming practices and modern winemaking techniques to create Cahors wines with finesse, freshness and balance. This wine is a delightful find. Its aroma is subtly laced with soft fruit scents, suggesting a hint of something more robust beneath its gentle exterior. The palate reveals a bounty of ripe red cherries and blackcurrants. This wine is notably juicy and forward in its fruit character, showcasing intense, ripe flavors with a hint of sweetness. The well-integrated tannins contribute to a long, satisfying finish, making the wine burst with flavor and expressiveness. Its texture is wonderfully velvety. This 100% Malbec has been aged in 500l barrels and barriques, selected from the winery’s three finest parcels. The vines from which it originates are on average 40 years old, lending depth and complexity to the wine.