{"title":"Cahors","description":"\u003cp\u003eCahors is the home of \u003cstrong\u003eMalbec\u003c\/strong\u003e – long before the grape variety achieved worldwide fame in Argentina. The wines from this southwestern French region along the Lot River impress with their deep color, robust structure, and intense aromas of dark plums, blackberries, and spicy notes. The \u003cstrong\u003eblack wine of the Lot\u003c\/strong\u003e , as Cahors is traditionally known, combines rustic authenticity with an increasingly elegant character – a style that pairs equally well with hearty dishes and a convivial evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Cahors is one of the most exciting hidden gems among \u003cstrong\u003eFrench red wines\u003c\/strong\u003e , offering excellent value for money. At Vinoscout, you\u0026#39;ll find a hand-picked selection of four wines from this region, available from around \u003cstrong\u003e€8\u003c\/strong\u003e – the highest price is just over €14. Ideal for discovering the powerful soul of southwestern France.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"matayac-cahors-malbec","title":"Matayac Cahors Malbec","description":"North and northwest of the university city of Toulouse lies the Haut-Pays region, home to the renowned Cahors appellation. Viticulture in the Haut-Pays was actually developed much earlier than in the Gironde, but suffered severe setbacks. In the Middle Ages, monasteries played a crucial role in promoting winemaking in the area. Around 1720, Cahors experienced its golden age. As in all other wine-growing regions of France, phylloxera devastated the vineyards at the end of the 19th century. The great, dark wine of Cahors was almost forgotten. However, for the past two decades, the region, and especially individual winemakers with outstanding wines, has been successfully attracting the attention of wine lovers. For them, southwestern France has become a treasure trove of high-quality wines. The Matayac Cahors Malbec is a well-balanced, medium-bodied red wine with a bouquet reminiscent of vanilla and red fruits. Fine tannins and a noble wood note, which originates from aging in barriques, round off the pleasing taste.","brand":"Castel Châteaux \u0026 Grands Crus","offers":[{"title":"2023","offer_id":52694842016080,"sku":"V04134","price":9.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2024","offer_id":53093116903760,"sku":"V04134-2024","price":9.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/VinoSCOUT_V04134.webp?v=1771237628"},{"product_id":"chateau-coustarelle-cahors-cuvee-caroline","title":"Chateau Coustarelle Cahors Cuvee Caroline","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Cuvée Caroline from Château Coustarelle is Caroline Cassot\u0026#39;s personal project: a Cahors red wine that combines the power of the appellation with approachability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Cahors is considered the home of Malbec – here, the grape variety is traditionally called Côt and grows on limestone-clay soils high above the Lot Valley. Château Coustarelle is one of the appellation\u0026#39;s most trusted producers. The grapes for the Caroline cuvée undergo several ripening stages – an approach that brings depth and structure to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, a deep ruby ​​red with violet reflections. On the nose, dark plum, blackberry, and a hint of clove. On the palate, ripe black cherry fruit blends with a spicy peppery note; the tannins are present but supple – not a blockbuster, but a well-balanced all-rounder from southwestern France.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Serving temperature 16–18 °C. Pairs well with braised lamb, entrecôte with herb butter, or a strong Tomme cheese. Drinking window: now until 2027.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Coustarell","offers":[{"title":"2020","offer_id":52695072080208,"sku":"V10377","price":8.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2021","offer_id":53093123064144,"sku":"V10377-2021","price":8.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_chateau_coustarelle_cahors_cuvee_caroline.webp?v=1771238487"},{"product_id":"chateau-coustarelle-cahors-cuvee-prestige","title":"Chateau Coustarelle Cahors Cuvee Prestige","description":"\u003cp\u003eCahors represents Malbec in its darkest, most serious form — and this Cuvée Prestige shows why the appellation is unjustly overshadowed by Mendoza.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Château Coustarelle lies in the heart of the Lot Valley, where the grape variety has been native for centuries, long before its triumphant spread across Argentina. The Prestige blend combines \u003cstrong\u003e90% Malbec with 10% Tannat\u003c\/strong\u003e —a combination that perfectly balances richness and structure. Aging in oak barrels rounds out the profile without overpowering it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, the wine shines a deep ruby ​​red with violet reflections. The nose is dominated by \u003cstrong\u003eblackcurrant and blackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e , accompanied by a hint of plum and subtle toasty aromas from the barrel aging—cedarwood, a touch of dark chocolate. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with ripe but present tannins that gain additional grip from the tannin content. The finish is \u003cstrong\u003elong and silky\u003c\/strong\u003e , with lingering dark fruit flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Serving temperature: 16–18 °C. Drinking window now until approx. 2028. 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The blend of 85% Malbec and 15% Merlot comes from the second terrace of the 70-hectare estate, situated on calcareous clay soils directly above the meanders of the Lot Valley, where Malbec develops its fruity intensity and Merlot contributes roundness and juiciness. The winery is HVE-certified (Haute Valeur Environnementale) – a commitment to environmental responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays a rich, dark purple-red color. The nose is fresh and inviting with expressive aromas of cherry, blueberry, blackberry, and plum, complemented by a hint of licorice and delicate spice notes of gingerbread and black tea. On the palate, it is juicy, round, and balanced – with the density and length of Malbec, perfectly combined with the fruitiness and softness of Merlot, and a fresh, invigorating finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Spontaneous fermentation in large wooden vats at controlled temperatures, followed by a short maturation in stainless steel tanks and barrels – deliberately without heavy barrique wood to preserve the purity of the fruit. Served at \u003cstrong\u003e13.5% ABV,\u003c\/strong\u003e ideally between 15–17°C. An uncomplicated, everyday wine perfect with charcuterie, grilled beef steak, duck breast, and strong cheeses – fresh, honest, and irresistibly refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille Baldès","offers":[{"title":"2021","offer_id":52985096864080,"sku":"VJ0378-2021","price":14.28,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/jean-luc-baldes-petit-2x.webp?v=1783530125"},{"product_id":"chateau-de-mercues-6666-aop-cahors-0-75l","title":"Château de Mercuès 6666 AOP Cahors 0.75L","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 6666 from Château de Mercuès represents what Cahors can do when Malbec grows on old terraces above the Lot valley: depth, structure and a fruit that doesn\u0026#39;t need volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Château de Mercuès literally towers over Cahors — the medieval castle perched on the limestone cliffs of the Lot Valley is one of the region\u0026#39;s most renowned estates. The designation 6666 refers to the estate\u0026#39;s founding history and today represents the house\u0026#39;s ambitious line: Malbec, which embodies the characteristic minerality of the Causses soils without being masked by oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, the wine displays a deep purple color. The nose offers blackberry, black plum, and a hint of violet, underpinned by graphite and a subtle touch of clove. On the palate, dense yet silky tannins—unusually approachable for a Cahors Malbec, without sacrificing any seriousness. The finish is long, with a subtle spiciness and lingering dark fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Ready to drink now, with potential until 2030. \u003cstrong\u003eServing temperature 16–18 °C.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs well with braised lamb, entrecôte with herb butter, or a robust Tomme from southwest France.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château de Mercuès","offers":[{"title":"2018","offer_id":53232198713680,"sku":"VJ2181-2018","price":33.6,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/276458-transparent_039bca1f-3e00-432e-8226-f794c4ab0926.webp?v=1783441992"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.vinoscout.de\/en\/collections\/cahors.oembed","provider":"Vinoscout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}