The 2016 Château Lamartine Expression is a red wine from the Cahors appellation in Southwest France, primarily made from Malbec. The 2016 vintage was awarded Gold at the 2017 Concours de Bordeaux. It has received positive reviews, with Natalie MacLean giving it 88/100 and describing it as a robust and juicy blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc from Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux, featuring rich dark plum, raspberry compote, and savory herb notes. Other community reviews mention dark fruit, black fruit, oak, chocolate, vanilla, and earthy notes. Tasting notes for the 2016 Château Lamartine Expression often highlight dark plum, raspberry, black currant, and savory herb flavors with a lingering spicy finish and rounded, smooth tannins. Some also note pepper, licorice, mint, and dried fruit notes like prune and fig. It is described as a pure alliance of power and elegance with morello cherry and chocolate notes. 【Gold medal winner at the 2017 Concours de Bordeaux】 Food pairing suggestions include grilled meats, roast chicken, gourmet hamburgers, grilled pork ribs, beef, lamb, poultry, and fine cream cheeses. This wine is an excellent choice for a casual dinner party, a barbecue, or a cozy evening meal, offering great value and a versatile pairing profile.