Maison Georges Vigouroux

The Vigouroux family has been crafting remarkable Malbec wines on the historic terroir of Cahors for 4 generations.  Since 1887, they have been passionate about producing their renowned “black wines” which express the perfect symbiosis of terroir and grape varietal.  The Georges Vigouroux estate encompasses approximately 150 hectares of vines in Southwest France, divided into 4 wineries which offer a selection of exceptional wines from varied terroirs.

Overview: Les Comtes Cahors was crafted in honor of the tradition of the church and the hillside vineyards.  It is aged in oak barrels, and is a throwback to the “kaorskies”, the famous communion wine of the orthodox church.  Full-bodied and characteristic of its area, it will attract wine lovers in search of authenticity.

Soil: Clay-limestone

Climate: Oceanic, with Mediterranean winds during the harvest

Grape Varietals: 70% Malbec, 20% Merlot, 10% Tannat

Alcohol Content: 12%

Vinification: Traditional vinification which lasts for 20 days.  Partial barrel aging.

Tasting Notes: Profound, concentrated garnet color.  The bouquet is fine with aromas of ripe red fruit.  On the palate, this wine is robust, fruity, and satin smooth with elegant tannins.  Excellent structure good length, and a full finish.

Food Pairings: Pairs well with goose, duck, wild game, and full-flavored cheeses.

Overview: Château Pech de Jammes comes from a vineyard that is less than 10 hectares, so production is extremely small. The owner of this vineyard, Thomas Chardard, asked Bertrand-Gabriel Vigouroux to look after all the technical aspects of viticulture and winemaking.

Terroir: The vines grow on a very steep, clay-limestone, south-facing slope in the Causse de Cahors. The soil consists largely of limestone and red clay. This is one of the highest altitude vineyards in the appellation (300 m).

Grape Varietals: 100% Malbec

Vinification: Late harvest to obtain ripe tannins. A winemaking process led with all our strictness: long fermentation at low temperatures followed by a long barrel fermentation.

Tasting Notes: This wine is brilliantly elegant, generous, and fruity.  It has a deep, subtle color with purple highlights, smooth tannins, well-integrated oak, and hints of spice for a beautifully complex flavor profile.  Frank Prial emphasized the robust aroma of Château Pech de Jammes in one of his articles in the New York Times.

Food Pairings: Pleasant and round, this wine is the perfect accompaniment to leg of lamb in sauce or mutton stew.  Ideal for special occasions and particularly celebrations.

Cellaring Potential: 8-12 years

Serving Temperature: 17-18°C / 62.5-64.5°F

2015 Reviews: “A well-balanced wine, this is rich with black fruits and lifted by acidity. Hints of wood aging give a smooth, generous texture while the tannins keep everything in shape and also promise aging. This elegant wine is likely to age well.” – 92pts, Wine Enthusiast

Grape Varieties: 100% Malbec

Terroir: The vines grow on a very steep clay-limestone slope facing south in the Causse de Cahors. The soil consists largely of limestone and red clay. This is one of the highest-altitude vineyards in the appellation.

Vinification: The wine is left for a long time on the skins, and fermentation is rigorously temperature-controlled to preserve a maximum of fruit.

Aging: The wine is aged for 8-10 months in stainless steel vats.

Tasting Notes: Toothsome, black fruit with a subtle balance between fruit and roundness. Petit Jammes is naturally elegant with blackberry, blackcurrant, and violet aromas. It has a long, perfectly balanced aftertaste.

Food Pairings: Petit Jammes is an ideal partner for many dishes. It is a combination of the everyday and a touch of fantasy. It goes extremely well with beef, vegetable tajine, goat’s cheese in puff pastry, curry, or simply a selection of delicatessen meats!

Cellaring Potential: 4-5 years

Serving Temperature: 16-18°C / 61-64°F