Château Pineraie Malbec 2022 is a full-bodied, characterful red wine from Cahors in southwestern France, known for its intense dark color and balanced flavors of dark berries, spices and oak barrels.

The producer Château Pineraie is located in the historic wine region of Cahors in southwestern France, along the Lot River. The region is the original home of the Malbec grape, where it is locally known as Côt or Auxerrois. The wine is made from Malbec (Côt) and the vines, some of which are very old, grow in a mixture of clay and limestone soils, which contributes to the character and structure of the wine.

The wine has an intense, dark color and a complex flavor profile that is balanced by a good structure with present, but integrated, tannins and fresh acidity.

Aromas: Intense aromas of dark berries such as blackcurrant, blackberry and plum, complemented by hints of clove, pepper, vanilla and toasted oak. Some floral notes of violets and hints of leather and tobacco.

Taste: The palate is rich and full-bodied, with concentrated dark fruit such as cherry and plum. The character of the wine is robust yet elegant, with a silky feel that ends with a long, spicy and slightly mineral-driven finish.

This characterful and structured wine is excellent with flavorful and robust dishes.

Meat: Perfect with red meat (preferably grilled or fried), pork in cream or pepper sauce, and game. It is a classic match for dishes such as duck confit or a hearty meat stew (cassoulet).
Other: It also goes well with mature hard cheeses and dishes with earthy elements such as mushrooms or roasted vegetables.

Price at Systembolaget is 145 SEK, nr 285201. We give it 85 points!