Chateau Motte Maucourt Bordeaux 2010
It was fall of 2014, i walked into the wine warehouse to pick up a beautiful wine:
which give me festive warmth and comfort, i laid eyes on
Chateau Motte Maucourt Bordeaux 2010
enquirer the store attended, she was very knowledgeable and help to pick a beautiful bottle, came home lighted up the fireplace and throw a fleece blanket on the leg, pop open the Chateau Motte Maucourt Bordeaux 2010 then it was miracle
History
Bordeaux, in the south-west of France, needs little
introduction to anyone with an interest in wine. One of the world's most
prolific wine regions, it also manages to rank among the most famous
and prestigious. The secrets of Bordeaux's wine success (other than
magical
Bordeaux Blend) are its three trump cards: diversity, quality and quantity.
The majority of Bordeaux wines are the dry, medium-bodied reds that
made the region famous. The finest (and most expensive) of these come
from the great chateaux of the
Medoc, particularly those in
Pauillac and
Margaux, and from the "right bank" appellations
Saint-Emilion and
Pomerol. The legendary reds are complemented by high quality white wines, both the dry styles of
Pessac-Leognan and the sweet, botrytized nectars of
Sauternes.
Bordeaux is made famous by its big names. Places like Chateau Haut
Brion, Mouton Rothschild, Lafite, Latour and Margaux. But combined,
these historic classified properties represent less than 5% of the
overall wine production in the region. That leaves thousands of wines
and vineyards that benefit from the same vintage conditions, and are
sold at a fraction of the price. 2010 was a historic vintage, and one of
the best ever for Bordeaux. That's what makes the Chateau Motte
Maucourt Bordeaux such an outstanding bottle for the price!
Few regions can rival Bordeaux in terms of its impact on the wine
world. The wines of Bordeaux are sought after, collected, and treasured.
Not only for the rich and famous, there is some value to be found in
Bordeaux if you know where to look. The wines can be accessible, food
friendly, and affordable. Chateau Motte Maucourt is a 6th generation,
family owned estate in the heart of Bordeaux. Their wine is a blend of
80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet that is fermented in temperature controlled
tanks with a maceration time of two weeks in order to obtain a smooth,
fruity wine with soft tannins. Bottling takes place after aging 12
months in tank. The wine is designed for everyday enjoyment. The majority of this wine is made up of Merlot, which gets an undeserved bad rap. The “
Sideways Phenomenon”
is still affecting the wine world, quite an impact for a film that came
out ten years ago! But folks still turn their nose up at Merlot.
However, many a wine drinker could be poured a glass of Merlot-based
Bordeaux and sing it’s praises! Consider the attributes of Merlot: It’s a
“noble grape,” like Cabernet Sauvignon or Pinot Noir. It’s the only
grape in a bottle of Château Petrus, the most expensive wine produced in
Bordeaux. But the best argument for Merlot is that, when well made, it
is a wine that is low in tannins, soft and voluptuous on the palate, and
yet rich and filled with complexity and nuance. In this case, with a
bit of Cab in the mix you get great balance. The soft Merlot and the
firm Cabernet bring out the best in each other. So let’s give Merlot a
break and enjoy it openly! This bottle is a good place to start.
Aroma and taste:
This is an easy bottle to like – aromas of earth, Round, silky texture and a lot of brambly black
fruit, plums, and black cherries welcome you in. The wine is dry and
clean in the mouth with flavors of dark berry fruit. Black raspberry,
cassis, and mint notes keep it fresh and expressive. The wine is having hints of coffee and mocha come through
polished and smooth, tannins are fine and well integrated. It’s a
Bordeaux bottling you don’t have to wait to enjoy; it’s quite drinkable
now and a very food friendly bottle. You can match this wine up with
anything from burgers to duck confit. Try our recipe for Stuffed Acorn
Squash. The earthy sweetness of the squash is a nice compliment to the
wines dryness. It also makes a fantastic side dish for Thanksgiving or a
nice Vegetarian main.
