2022 Crocus L'Atelier Cahors

Crocus represents a quest to redefine Malbec in its birthplace, combining ancient, Old World terroir with New World vision. When internationally recognised winemaker Paul Hobbs and fourth generation Cahors producer Bertrand Vigouroux decided to work together, they set out to offer a new interpretation of the Malbec of Cahors.

This Malbec is from a vineyard with plentiful sun exposure. Rock-strewn surface with two feet of red clay and iron concretions over calcareous flagstone and patches of blue clay with some vines on the banks of the Lot River on the third terrace, with sandy-clay soils formed in the Quaternary period. Poor soils with excellent drainage. Traditional and long vinification. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks without barrel ageing.

Tasting Note: Inky, floral and refined with notes of plum and black cherry and sweet oak.

Food match: Grilled red meat or a rustic beef stew.