Bordeaux
Château Maucaillou - Bordeaux Supérieur - Le B par Maucaillou - Red - 2021
Characteristics
Country / Region: Bordeaux
Vintage: 2021
Name: AOP Bordeaux supérieur
Grape variety: 70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol: 13 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
Wine:
The 2021 Bordeaux Supérieur B by Maucaillou charms with fresh aromatics, spicy notes, and hints of macerated black fruit. A structured and appealing Bordeaux, it benefits from careful, discreet élevage, building a generous, fleshy frame that brings enthusiasts together. Its success continues unabated.Vinification:
Mechanical harvesting. Traditional vinification by grape variety in temperature-controlled vats, pre-fermentation maceration at 22°C, daily pumping over during alcoholic fermentation at a controlled temperature of between 26 and 28°C, vatting for around three weeks after the start of alcoholic fermentation.Color:
Deep purple red.Nose:
Flavors of black fruits, beautifully ripe, supported by floral and spicy notes.Palate:
Rich and full-bodied, this wine reveals pure fruit and lovely freshness, all complemented by subtle aging.
Temperature:
Serve between 14 and 16°C.Food and wine pairing:
Beef rib in a herb crust, grilled prime cuts from the butcher.Cellar aging:
Starting today and continuing until 2030
Château Maucaillou has long been a favourite among serious wine lovers, and for good reason. One of the Médoc’s smartest picks, it’s often highlighted by Robert Parker for its unbeatable value.
A standout wine, “B par Maucaillou” is all about vibrant fruit and easy-drinking charm. Sourced from some of the best plots in Bordeaux Supérieur, it’s a wine made for pure, immediate enjoyment.