COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
100% Malbec
PRODUCER
Château Pineraie
REGION
South West France
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
L'Authentique by Château Pineraie is a distinguished 2015 red wine from the AOC Cahors region of Southwest France, crafted from 100% Malbec. The wine originates from a 5-hectare plot of very old vines, some dating back to 1920, grown on clay and limestone soils. Château Pineraie is a family-owned estate with a long history in the region, now managed by a new generation of winemakers. This cuvée is a pure expression of old-vine Malbec, a distinctive characteristic in Cahors where blending is common. The wine undergoes significant aging in oak, with a high proportion of new barrels, contributing to its rich and powerful profile. The 2015 vintage is noted for its concentration and balance, a result of favorable weather conditions during the growing season.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vines for this wine are up to 100 years old.
Fact 02
The estate has been in the same family since the 15th century.
Fact 03
60-70% of the oak used for aging is new.
Fact 04
This wine is a single-varietal Malbec, a deliberate choice in Cahors.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
L'Authentique is produced from 100% Malbec grapes grown on old vines in Cahors. The winemaking process involves a long vatting period of 25 to 30 days, with fermentation taking place in thermoregulated wood vats at around 30°C. This extended maceration aims to maximize extraction. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in oak barrels, with 60-70% of these being new oak. The estate practices sustainable viticulture. The approach balances traditional Cahors winemaking with modern influences to create wines with structure and style.
