Vinous - Score: 85 (43525)

The 2007 Sociando-Mallet is a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc picked between September 21 and October 9. It has a light red berry and incense nose that perhaps does not possess the depth and complexity of the 2005 or 2010 tasted either side. The palate is medium-bodied with simple, slightly herbaceous black fruit, and the finish is hampered by a monotone personality. Drink now. Tasted at the vertical tasting at Sociando-Mallet.