2001 Chateau Sociando Mallet (1500 ml)

2001 年的經典 Haut-Medoc，成熟韻味但骨架仍然有力。

為什麼選它？
- 經典陳年風格 -> 有陳年層次但不需要高價大牌就能擁有收藏感。
- 傳統工法釀造 -> 手工採收、小箱入廠、只用原生酵母，釀造忠實表現產區特色。
- 配餐萬能王 -> 酒體飽滿但酸度仍在，能襯起重味牛羊肉與陳年硬芝士。

侍酒師私房筆記：打開酒塞會聞到成熟黑果的深層、些許石墨與雪松香，經過十餘年時間轉為皮革、煙草與泥土氣息。入口有厚實果實感，但礦物感與收斂單寧讓整體保持清晰；中後段的餘韻悠長，適合醒一小時到一個半小時再飲。

酒莊與釀造：Chateau Sociando-Mallet 位於 Haut-Medoc，沿用人手採收到小箱運輸的方式，入廠以不銹鋼與混凝土缸溫控發酵，並以每日泵羹提升色澤與香氣萃取。成酒一般在新舊橡木桶中陳放約 18 個月，並以嚴格挑選的軟木塞保證長期陳年能力。

場景化配餐指南：週末烤肋眼配好友小聚、生日晚餐配烤羊架、或與幾塊陳年切達當下酒，都是香港城市生活的最佳配搭。

降維打擊對比：比起同級名莊，Sociando-Mallet 給你更直接的產區表達與更高的性價比——成熟但仍有態度，買來現在開或繼續藏都划算。

Soul Hook: A classic Haut-Medoc from 2001 — mature depth with a still-energetic backbone.

Why choose it?
- Time-tested structure -> Drinks like a seriously aged Bordeaux without the ultra-premium markup.
- Traditional cellar craft -> Hand-harvested fruit, native yeasts, and careful oak ageing give true provenance and complexity.
- Food-friendly depth -> Full-bodied yet lively acidity makes it a reliable partner for rich meats and mature cheeses.

Sommelier's Notes: This 2001 Chateau Sociando-Mallet shows concentrated black fruits layered with graphite, cedar and tobacco notes. The oak is well integrated after 18 months' élevage; earthy and leather undertones have emerged, while a mineral thread and firm tannins keep the palate focused. Expect a long, satisfying finish with evolving tertiary aromas — approach with patience and a good decant.

Winemaking & Vineyard: Sourced from Haut-Médoc terroir and picked by hand into small crates, the wines are traditionally vinified using native yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel and concrete vats with daily pump-overs to extract colour and aromas. Aged in oak (Sociando-Mallet typically 18 months) with meticulous topping-up and quality cork selection for long ageing potential.

Occasion: Perfect for an intimate celebration dinner, a weekend roast with friends, or a gift for a collector who values classic Médoc character.

Competitive Edge: Offers long-term Bordeaux pedigree—mature complexity and cellar provenance—at a fraction of the price of top-left-bank grand crus. Ready to drink now with additional upside for careful cellaring.

Specification

• Alcohol %: 13.5%
• Decant Time: 60-90 minutes
• Taste: black fruit, cassis, graphite, cedar, tobacco, leather, mineral, spiced oak, earthy, firm structure, long finish
• Food Matching: Bone-in sirloin / ribeye steak, Roast beef and venison, Roasted lamb, Mature Cheddar or hard aged cheeses, Rich mushroom dishes / braised short ribs
• Grape Variety: Merlot , Cabernet Sauvignon , Cabernet Franc ,

Winery

Chateau Sociando-Mallet 為 Haut-Medoc 的老牌酒莊，堅持手工採收與傳統釀法，使用原生酵母與溫控缸發酵，並在橡木桶中細緻陳放。酒莊重視塞瓶與桶的品質，確保長期陳年表現。

Chateau Sociando-Mallet — a respected Haut-Médoc estate known for traditional vinification, hand-harvested fruit and careful oak élevage. The estate emphasizes native yeasts, temperature-controlled vats and meticulous barrel ageing to produce ageworthy, classic Médoc wines.