Chateau Malartic-Lagraviere, Pessac-Leognan 2012 Petite Sirah as Chateau Lafleur’s (Pomerol) second

as Chateau Lafleur’s (Pomerol) second vineyard

The fruit does not emerge in the palate

Vignon told me that it is a selection from nearly 120 different parcels in the appellation

The 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is huge

complex and chewy finish

Chateau Malartic-Lagraviere, Pessac-Leognan 2012 Petite Sirah as Chateau Lafleur’s (Pomerol) second94 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate This large estate of 131 acres has been run brilliantly by a Belgian family, the Bonnies since their acquisition a number of years ago. The quality of the white and red have soared to exceptional heights, and this is certainly still one of the more realistically priced wines of Pessac Lognan and classified crus. The 2012 is a beauty, with a dense ruby purple color, a fabulously plush, opulent texture and medium to full