The product image is for illustrative purposes only and may not exactly reflect the actual characteristics of the wine. Château Sociando Mallet Sociando Mallet 2001 75clAOC | Haut Médoc | Bordeaux | FranceSold outSize 75 clAll vintages 1983 1985 1986 1987 1988 1990 1992 1996 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2006 2007 2009 2010 2014 2015 2016 2018 2019 2025 Critics scores 93 Robert ParkerThis Haut-Medoc performed spectacularly on the two occasions I tasted it from bottle, even eclipsing its impressive showing from cask. It looks to be every bit as powerful as the 2000 ... not an easy achievement. A fabulous sleeper of the vintage, it tastes more like a first-growth than an unclassified offering. Its inky/blue/purple color is accompanied by a spectacular bouquet of lead pencil shavings, ink, blackberries, cedar, and earth. Full-bodied, with terrific texture, fabulous concentration, and moderately high tannin, this massive, atypical 2001 must be tasted to be believed. A brilliant achievement! Anticipated maturity: 2008-2020+.88 Wine SpectatorDark color, with loads of ripe and decadent aromas of fresh tobacco, crushed berries and light earth. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a berry, light herbal aftertaste. Best after 2006. 24,580 cases made. ?JS Producer Château Sociando MalletChâteau Sociando Mallet is without a doubt the most impressive estate in the Haut-Medoc region. Nestled in the village of Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne, it has been producing quality Cru Bourgeois for decades. Jean Gautreau, a native of the Médoc and a former wine merchant, discovered the property by chance in 1969 when he was looking for a property for a Belgian client. It was love at first sight, and he bought the estate with its 5 hectares of vines and its dilapidated buildings. Jean Gautreau completely transformed the property, expanding the vineyard, renovating the buildings and even building a brand new winery. His efforts have resulted in an impressive estate, incorporating 85 hectares of vineyards. Sociando-Mallet today stands as a monumental blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The Grand Vin, with a certain aging potential, displays a typical style of wines meant for aging, with soft and youthful tannins that make it an unforgettable red.