Chateau Macard
On a rocky plateau overlooking the Dordogne River, just upstream from Saint-Émilion, a parcel of Cabernet Franc vines up to 100 years dig roots deep into the clay-limestone soils. The vines sit on the same south-facing clay and limestone slope as the greats of Saint-Émilion, a soil very suited to grapevines, with moderate water intake and mineral richness supplied by the limestone. A high anthocyanin content enables a marvelously deep red color, and the wine offers an admirable aromatic profile, refined and complex, and lasting
Chateau Macard Bordeaux Superieur 2016
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Wine Enthusiast 90 “This perfumed, fruity wine has mint flavors from the wood aging that point up the ripe berry fruits and attractive tannic structure. The
Chateau Macard Bordeaux Superieur 2015
Wine Enthusiast 88 “The wine has a fine smoky character lying over the blackberry fruits. It has the potential to be rich with generous fruits and
Chateau Macard Bordeaux Superieur 2014
"50% Cabernet Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot. The wine is aged for 18 months in 50% French oak barrels and 50% in stainless steel tank."-Winemaker's
Chateau Macard Bordeaux Superieur 2012
" It has a unique blend of 50% Cabernet Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 30% Merlot. The Cabernet Franc really comes through on the palate,
Chateau Macard Bordeaux Superieur 2011
Wine Enthusiast 90 " Smooth wood and spice flavors give this wine immediate attractiveness. It has weight and richness, ripe fruit flavors and a spacious feel
Chateau Macard Bordeaux Superieur 2010
International Wine Report 90 "This offers inviting aromas of ripe dark fruits, cassis and hints of sweet pipe tobacco. Shows nice richness with a velvety texture.
Chateau Macard Bordeaux Superieur 2009
Empire Wine Best Value Wine Spectator 90 "Ripe and dense, but fresh, with silky-textured plum, blackberry and blueberry fruit carried by sweet spice and maduro tobacco notes.
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