Château Candeley Malbec 2020

From the Petit family winemakers in the Entre-Deux-Mers appellation, this 100% Malbec release has plenty of focused Bordeaux character to it, full bodied and structured with its statement varietal aromas based on crushed blue and black berry fruit and a delicate top note of violet florals. Classic Malbec territory. Palate wise as well, “Malbeccian” powdery chalk dust feels underlying a solid backbone with encouraging acidity. All this augurs well for impressive cellaring longevity, and in fact a few hours airing is most beneficial. (By the way, this bottle stayed open and fresh for a week!)