{"product_id":"domaine-du-theron-2018-cahors-prestige","title":"Domaine du Théron 2018 Cahors Prestige","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eDomaine du Théron 2018 Cahors “Prestige” is a powerful yet polished expression of Malbec from southwest France—the historic birthplace of the grape. Deeply colored, structured, and richly flavored, it delivers dark berry fruit, spice, and elegant oak with the classic backbone that Cahors wines are known for. This cuvée balances intensity with refinement, offering a serious red that pairs beautifully with hearty cuisine while still maintaining a smooth, approachable texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"509\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"538\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eDomaine du Théron is part of \u003cstrong data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"593\"\u003eVignobles Pelvillain\u003c\/strong\u003e, a family estate with roots in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eCahors region of Southwest France\u003c\/strong\u003e, where Malbec has been cultivated for centuries. The estate vineyards are planted on the \u003cstrong data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"810\"\u003elimestone and clay soils surrounding the Lot River\u003c\/strong\u003e, terroir that produces deeply colored wines with firm structure and aging potential. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"959\"\u003ePrestige cuvée\u003c\/strong\u003e is crafted primarily from \u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003eMalbec (locally called Côt or Auxerrois)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the dominant grape of the Cahors appellation. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eViticulture and winemaking emphasize concentration and careful extraction:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wxlpz4\" data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eVines are planted on limestone-clay soils with controlled yields around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e30 hectoliters per hectare\u003c\/strong\u003e to enhance intensity. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pibt2r\" data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eGrapes are harvested in the early morning, then \u003cstrong data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003edestemmed and gently crushed\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ccohau\" data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003eFermentation occurs in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003etemperature-controlled stainless steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e to preserve fruit purity. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tgetqn\" data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eThe wine undergoes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003emalolactic fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e before being aged in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003eFrench oak barrels for roughly 12 months\u003c\/strong\u003e, with about one-third new oak. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eOnly the best barrels are selected for the final \u003cstrong data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003ePrestige blend\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is then refined further in bottle before release. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003eThe result is a Cahors Malbec that expresses both the region’s traditional power and a modern sense of balance and accessibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e awarded the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003e2018 Domaine du Théron Cuvée Prestige Cahors 90 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, noting that the wine is “rich and seriously structured,” with firm tannins surrounding “luscious blackberry fruits.” The review suggests the wine is beginning to open beautifully with age. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2461\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp 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