Clos Triguedina Le Vin Noir Cahors AOC

Cahors AOC, France

The entry expression of Triguedina's Cahors Malbec; 100% Malbec from younger vines and selected plots. More accessible than Probus Réserve but showing the same limestone mineral structure and dark fruit depth. Plum, blackcurrant, tobacco, and violets with firm tannins. Best approach to understanding French Malbec vs Argentine.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Duck breast grilled over vine cuttings is the Cahors tradition; Le Vin Noir's dark fruit and smoke complement the magret perfectly
• main: Hearty French sausage with hearty Black Wine; the structure of Cahors Malbec handles the pork fat and spice easily
• main: Southwest French truffle with Southwest French wine; Malbec's violet and dark mineral are natural with the earthy truffle