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MARGAUX 1er Grand cru classé Margaux Bordeaux rouge 2012
  • MARGAUX 1er Grand cru classé Margaux Bordeaux rouge 2012
  • MARGAUX 1er Grand cru classé Margaux Bordeaux rouge 2012
MARGAUX 1er Grand cru classé Margaux Bordeaux rouge 2012

1er Grand cru classé Margaux Bordeaux Red

€390,00 / 75cl inc. VAT | Limited availability

Margaux 2012 asserts itself with an elegant maturity, revealing a structure already well in place. The black cherry evolves toward subtle notes of noble undergrowth, enhanced by a touch of sweet pepper. Its silky texture promises beautiful evolution in the cellar.

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Producer:Chateau Margaux
Appellation: Margaux
Region: Bordeaux
Country: France
Grape varieties: Bordeaux Blend Red
Alcohol: 13.0
Color: Red
Condition: Perfect

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Vinous Tasting Note

(87% cabernet sauvignon, 10% merlot, 2% cabernet franc and 1% petit verdot; 34% of the total crop): Dark ruby-red. Refined aromas of fresh blackcurrant, spices, dry herbs and cedar on the very classic nose. Enters fresh and lively, showing spicy black fruit, green coffee bean and herb flavors. The long finish features smooth tannins but somewhat edgy acidity, with a repeating leafy nuance. While this wine's tannins are much finer than they were in Bordeaux wines of decades past, this vintage Margaux seems like a throwback to the more herbal wines of the 1970s. Managing director Paul Pontaillier told me he included 17% press wine this year, because he thought it was of outstanding quality, but that seems like a bit too much to me. The yield was 40 hectoliters per hectare, vs. 29 h/h in 2011, the lowest production at Margaux since 1981. Pontailler told me the estate made a large quantity of a fourth wine this year, in order to make a better third wine, recently named Margaux du Chateau Margaux. The new third wine will go on sale for the first time this year, beginning in four traditional markets: France, the U.S., the U.K. and Japan.

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About the Producer

Château Margaux, Premier Grand Cru Classé, is a name that resonates with the excellence of the Margaux appellation, in the heart of the Médoc. Its history is rich, dating back several centuries, and its prestige has been built over time thanks to passionate generations. Today, Corinne Mentzelopoulos embodies the continuity of this illustrious estate. The wines of Château Margaux are celebrated for their elegance, aromatic complexity, and ability to span decades. They offer a palette of deep flavors, where black fruits blend harmoniously with notes of tobacco and cedar. The estate also produces Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux, a refined second wine that captivates with its balance and potential for evolution. Finally, Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux, a rare and expressive white wine, brings a touch of freshness to this iconic range. History tells us that Thomas Jefferson, a great wine enthusiast, particularly appreciated Château Margaux, thus testifying to its timeless quality. The estate notably works with appellations such as Premiers Crus, which consistently extend its signature. Among the most sought-after vintages are Château Margaux, Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux, and Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux, which serve as useful benchmarks for understanding the identity of the estate.

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