Clos La Coutale Malbec Cahors
A deep garnet color with aromas of blackberries, black plums, and cassis with notes of violets, licorice, cracked pepper, leather, and earthy spice. The flavor is fully loaded with dark fruit, cocoa, subtle oak and tobacco. Clos La Coutale is a historic family estate located in the heart of Cahors. The Bernède family has worked the property for six generations, farming vineyards situated within the winding meanders of the Lot River. The estate encompasses several distinct terroirs which are blended to provide both structure and accessibility.
Classification: AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée)
Grape Varietal: Malbec, Merlot
Feature: Sustainable
Country: France
Region: Southwest France
Appellation: Cahors
Grape Profile: Malbec, known as “Côt” in Cahors is renowned for its bold structure, intense color, and deep, earthy flavors. Typically, it expresses rich, concentrated fruit flavors and a smooth, lush texture. Merlot contributes plum and red fruit, roundness, and softer tannins, tempering Malbec's naturally powerful structure.
Region Profile: Cahors, located in Southwest France, is the historic birthplace of Malbec. The region’s limestone and clay soils, combined with a warm climate tempered by river influences, create ideal conditions for producing robust, deeply colored wines with excellent aging potential.
Pair with: Roasted meats, beef short ribs, or duck confit. Hearty stews and truffle-infused dishes. Aged cheeses like Roquefort or Comté. Vegetarian options like lentil and mushroom cassoulet or grilled eggplant with herbs.
