2013 Chateau Malescot St. Exupery 3eme Cru Classe, Margaux

Vinous 85

The 2013 Malescot St. Exupéry was cropped at 29hL/ha, 85% in the Grand Vin. It has a light blackberry, strawberry and sous-bois nose, with a little wild mushroom and just missing a some presence. The palate does feel quite raw on the entry with bitter tannins. There is an unignorable hollowness on the mid-palate and a touch of greenness on the aftertaste. Tasted at the château. [Neal Martin, 26/01/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2022-2027

Robert Parker 89

A healthy dense ruby/purple color is followed by sweet cassis fruit and floral notes, excellent texture, and a medium-bodied mouthfeel in this fresh, lively, concentrated 2013. Drink this impressive, well-made Margaux over the next decade. [Robert M. Parker, Jr., 28/08/2014]

Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024