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Château Margaux

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The most perfumed and feminine of Bordeaux's First Growths — 'the queen of the Médoc'

Château Margaux is the jewel of the Margaux appellation and one of Bordeaux's five First Growths, with roots dating back to the 12th century. Revived to legendary status by the Mentzelopoulos family since their acquisition in 1977, the estate's 262-hectare property includes 82 hectares of red vines and 12 hectares devoted exclusively to Sauvignon Blanc for the white wine Pavillon Blanc. The grand vin is widely considered the most feminine and perfumed of the Médoc First Growths — extraordinary violet and rose petal aromas, silky tannins, and breathtaking length define its singular character.

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Who Is This For?

For wine lovers who prioritize elegance, finesse, and aromatic complexity over sheer power — those who seek beauty in every sip

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Château Margaux unique among the First Growths?
Château Margaux is the most aromatic and 'feminine' of the five First Growths, producing wines with extraordinary floral perfume (violet, rose), silky-near-imperceptible tannins, and remarkable elegance. Unlike Latour's power or Lafite's ethereal complexity, Margaux is above all beautiful.
What is Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux?
Pavillon Blanc is one of the most prestigious and expensive Sauvignon Blancs in the world, produced exclusively from 12 hectares of Sauvignon Blanc vines at Château Margaux. With only about 1,000 cases per year, it is extremely rare and ages beautifully for 10-20 years.
When is Château Margaux ready to drink?
The grand vin needs at least 10-15 years to open up. In great vintages like 1990, 2000, 2005, 2009, and 2015, it reaches its peak at 20-30+ years. Pavillon Rouge can be enjoyed earlier at 7-12 years.
Which vintages are considered the best for Château Margaux?
Legendary vintages include 1990 (Robert Parker's 100-point wine), 2000, 2005, 2009, 2015, and 2016. The estate also had exceptional pre-Mentzelopoulos vintages in 1945, 1953, and 1961.