Chateau Margaux

The undisputed icon of its namesake appellation – Premier Grand Cru Classé

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Synonymous with excellence and refinement, Château Margaux is an essential reference for wine lovers worldwide. Classified as a Premier Grand Cru in 1855, this iconic wine estate in the Margaux appellation on Bordeaux’s Left Bank embodies the very essence of luxury and French winemaking tradition. Renowned for its Château Margaux wine, its second wine Pavillon Rouge, and its exceptional white wine Pavillon Blanc, the estate captivates with its floral bouquet, silky tannins and unparalleled aromatic complexity. 

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Pavillon Rouge 1988
7 in stock
123714
Red
75cl
Slightly damaged
Very high shoulder
92/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Pavillon Rouge 1988

€132.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€110.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1949
Last one !
1 in stock
93644
Red
75cl
Damaged
High shoulder
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1949

€1,680.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€1,400.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1949
Last one !
1 in stock
93645
Red
75cl
Damaged
Mid-shoulder
Damaged caps
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1949

€1,440.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€1,200.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1981 OWC
12 in stock
107851
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
91/100
95/100
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Château Margaux 1981 OWC

€420.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€350.00 ex-VAT
Pavillon Rouge 2008 OWC
12 in stock
87217
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
88/100
87/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Pavillon Rouge 2008 OWC

€174.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€145.00 ex-VAT
Pavillon Rouge 2011 OWC
12 in stock
87214
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
89/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Pavillon Rouge 2011 OWC

€168.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€140.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1993 OWC
12 in stock
113735
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
88/100
90/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1993 OWC

€432.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€360.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2009
Last one !
1 in stock
121287
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98/100
20/20
20/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2009

€750.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€625.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1988 -5% DISCOUNT !
-5%
14 in stock
122116
Red
75cl
Slightly damaged
93/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1988 -5% DISCOUNT !

€478.80 inc-VAT per bottle €504.00 inc-VAT -5%
€399.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1993
12 in stock
125275
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
88/100
90/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1993

€432.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€360.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1988
4 in stock
126487
Red
75cl
Very high shoulder
93/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1988

€504.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€420.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1995
Last one !
1 in stock
127440
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
95/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1995

€552.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€460.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1993
3 in stock
127858
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
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Château Margaux 1993

€396.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€330.00 ex-VAT
Pavillon Rouge 1996
3 in stock
129745
Red
75cl
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Pavillon Rouge 1996

€198.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€165.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2018 Magnum
3 in stock
130033
Red
150cl
Original wood case - Sold by 3
100/100
98/100
19.5/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2018 Magnum

€1,188.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€990.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1998
Last one !
1 in stock
130025
Red
75cl
91/100
18/20
18.5/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1998

€492.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€410.00 ex-VAT
Pavillon Rouge 2006
12 in stock
130096
Red
75cl
86/100
88/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Pavillon Rouge 2006

€174.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€145.00 ex-VAT
Pavillon Blanc 2015
2 in stock
130619
White
75cl
93+/100
94/100
17.5/20
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Bordeaux | Bordeaux

Pavillon Blanc 2015

€312.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€260.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1999
Last one !
1 in stock
133024
Red
75cl
94/100
18/20
18/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1999

€504.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€420.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1998
Last one !
1 in stock
133033
Red
75cl
91/100
18/20
18.5/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1998

€492.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€410.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1981
Last one !
1 in stock
133094
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Top shoulder
91/100
95/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1981

€420.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€350.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1982 - DISCOUNT -5% !
-5%
Last one !
1 in stock
133095
Red
75cl
Slightly damaged
Very high shoulder
98/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1982 - DISCOUNT -5% !

€1,054.50 inc-VAT per bottle €1,110.00 inc-VAT -5%
€878.75 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1986
1 in stock
133346
Red
75cl
94/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1986

€666.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€555.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1995
3 in stock
133351
Red
75cl
95/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1995

€552.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€460.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1999
10 in stock
133352
Red
75cl
94/100
18/20
18/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1999

€504.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€420.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1983
1 in stock
133591
Red
75cl
Fill level slightly low
97/100
98/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1983

€480.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€400.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1988
Last one !
1 in stock
133592
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
93/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1988

€504.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€420.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1988 - DISCOUNT -5% !
-5%
Last one !
1 in stock
133593
Red
75cl
Slightly damaged
93/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1988 - DISCOUNT -5% !

€456.00 inc-VAT per bottle €480.00 inc-VAT -5%
€380.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1991
2 in stock
133594
Red
75cl
Top shoulder
88/100
85/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1991

€456.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€380.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1993
2 in stock
133595
Red
75cl
88/100
90/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1993

€396.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€330.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2008
Last one !
1 in stock
133596
Red
75cl
94/100
91/100
18/20
18.5/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2008

€504.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€420.00 ex-VAT
Pavillon Rouge 2016
Last one !
1 in stock
133604
Red
75cl
93+/100
93/100
17/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Pavillon Rouge 2016

€168.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€140.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1998
New
2 in stock
133705
Red
75cl
91/100
18/20
18.5/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1998

€492.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€410.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1999
New
6 in stock
133706
Red
75cl
94/100
18/20
18/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1999

€504.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€420.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2006
New
Last one !
1 in stock
133707
Red
75cl
95/100
18.5/20
17/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2006

€504.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€420.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1989
New
Last one !
1 in stock
133906
Red
75cl
90/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1989

€612.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€510.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1995
New
4 in stock
133847
Red
75cl
95/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1995

€552.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€460.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1996
New
1 in stock
133853
Red
75cl
98/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1996

€744.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€620.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1996
New
1 in stock
133852
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98/100
19/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1996

€744.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€620.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2000
New
4 in stock
133858
Red
75cl
99/100
20/20
19/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2000

€960.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€800.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2000 - DISCOUNT -5% !
New
-5%
2 in stock
133857
Red
75cl
Slightly damaged
99/100
20/20
19/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2000 - DISCOUNT -5% !

€912.00 inc-VAT per bottle €960.00 inc-VAT -5%
€760.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2003
New
4 in stock
133865
Red
75cl
93/100
20/20
19/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2003

€594.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€495.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2005
New
Last one !
1 in stock
133883
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98+/100
19.5/20
19.5/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2005

€780.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€650.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2005 - DISCOUNT -5% !
New
-5%
Last one !
1 in stock
133882
Red
75cl
Slightly damaged
98+/100
19.5/20
19.5/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2005 - DISCOUNT -5% !

€741.00 inc-VAT per bottle €780.00 inc-VAT -5%
€617.50 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 2000
New
2 in stock
134240
Red
75cl
99/100
20/20
19/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 2000

€960.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€800.00 ex-VAT
Frequently asked questions about Château Margaux

Among the most iconic vintages of Château Margaux, knowledgeable enthusiasts regularly cite 1953, 1961, 1982, 1983, 1986, 1990 and 2000. The 1982 vintage is often hailed as an absolute benchmark, combining concentration and velvety texture with exceptional generosity. The 2000, for its part, symbolises the entry into the new millennium with an exemplary tannic structure and remarkable ageing potential. Each of these vintages bears witness to the estate's expertise in sublimating the climatic conditions of each year.

Château Margaux produces two distinct red wines: the fine wine, simply called Château Margaux, and its second wine, the Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux. The fine wine is the result of a drastic selection of the best plots and the best vats, aimed at expressing the pinnacle of the estate's terroir. The Pavillon Rouge, on the other hand, offers a wonderful entry point into the world of the property, with a more accessible profile and a shorter ageing potential, while retaining the characteristic elegance of the Margaux appellation.

Château Margaux enjoys an exceptional reputation thanks to the unique quality of its terroir, located at the heart of the Margaux appellation in the Médoc. A Premier Grand Cru Classé since the 1855 classification, the estate produces wines of rare elegance and complexity, combining tannic power with aromatic finesse. Its blend, predominantly composed of Cabernet Sauvignon and aged in oak barrels, gives birth to wines with an incomparable length on the palate, a source of pride for the entire Left Bank of Bordeaux.

Opening a Château Margaux at the right moment is essential to fully enjoy its aromas. For a young or still-evolving vintage, decanting for one to two hours in a wide-based decanter allows the wine to oxygenate and opens up its still-present tannins. For older, more evolved vintages, caution is advised: a short decanting of around twenty minutes is sufficient so as not to disturb the delicate tertiary aromas. The ideal serving temperature is between 16 and 18°C to reveal the full aromatic palette of the estate.

A bottle of Château Margaux requires optimal storage conditions to reveal its full potential. It is recommended to store it horizontally in a cellar maintained between 12 and 14°C, with a humidity level of around 70%, away from light and vibrations. The estate's great vintages can be kept for several decades and gain considerably in complexity over time. Poor storage, on the other hand, can irreparably alter the balance of these exceptional wines.

Contrary to what many assume, Château Margaux does not produce exclusively red wine. The estate also produces a confidential and highly sought-after white wine: the Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux, made from Sauvignon Blanc grown on a specific plot of the property. This dry white wine, of great finesse and beautiful mineral tension, is produced in very limited quantities, making it one of the rarest and most coveted dry white wines in the entire Gironde.

History of Château Margaux 

The history of Château Margaux dates back to the 12th century, when the estate, then known as La Mothe de Margaux, was a strategically located property near the Gironde devoted to farming rather than vines. It was not until the late 16th century, under the de Lestonnac family, that the estate began its transformation into an exceptional vineyard. In 1572, Pierre de Lestonnac reorganized the property, laying the foundations for what would become a landmark of Bordeaux viticulture. By the late 17th century, Château Margaux covered 265 hectares, one-third of which was planted with vines—a configuration that remains remarkably stable today.

In the 18th century, the estate gained renown. In 1771, its wines became the first clarets to be sold at auction by Christie’s, and Thomas Jefferson, a future U.S. president, praised their exceptional quality, declaring that there was no better bottle in Bordeaux. In 1810, the Marquis de la Colonilla had the present-day château built, a Neo-Palladian masterpiece designed by architect Louis Combes and now listed as a historic monument. The 1855 classification established Château Margaux as a First Growth, the only wine to receive a score of 20/20, confirming its preeminence.

After a difficult period marked by the French Revolution and the ravages of phylloxera in the 19th century, the estate regained its luster in 1977 under André Mentzelopoulos. This visionary modernized its facilities and restored Château Margaux to its former glory. After his death in 1980, his daughter Corinne Mentzelopoulos took over, continuing her father’s work with the help of consultants such as Émile Peynaud and Paul Pontallier. In 2023, a new generation took the reins: Alexis Mentzelopoulos became managing director, while Alexandra Mentzelopoulos became chair of the supervisory board. This transition marks a new era for Château Margaux, remaining true to its heritage while embracing innovation.

Château Margaux Terroirs and Vines

Château Margaux’s terroir is central to the identity of its wines. Situated on a rise of clay-limestone gravel, the vineyard covers 82 hectares planted with red grape varieties and 11 hectares of Sauvignon Blanc dedicated to Pavillon Blanc. This unique terroir, particularly well suited to Cabernet Sauvignon, which accounts for 75% of the plantings, gives the wines incomparable structure, depth, and freshness. Merlot (20%) brings roundness and softness, while Petit Verdot (3%) and Cabernet Franc (2%) add aromatic complexity.

The estate’s jewel is Puch Sem Peyre, a 20-hectare plot recognized as early as the 17th century for its exceptional quality. Protected from disease and frost by favorable climatic conditions, this terroir produces grapes of remarkable finesse and elegance, with distinctive floral notes. The planting density of 10,000 vines per hectare encourages optimal aromatic concentration, while the vines’ average age of around 35 years ensures balanced ripeness. Some Cabernet Sauvignon plots are as old as 80 years, lending unique depth to the great vintages.

Since 2017, Château Margaux has practiced 100% organic viticulture for its Fine Wine, with biodynamic trials on a one-hectare plot. These practices, combined with careful vine training and cluster thinning, help limit yields to around 40 hectoliters per hectare, ensuring optimal quality. The estate is also adjusting the orientation of its vines to counter the effects of climate change, shifting from a southwest to a northeast exposure to preserve the grapes’ freshness.

Winemaking at Château Margaux 

Winemaking at Château Margaux combines tradition and innovation in cellars modernized in 2015 by architect Norman Foster. The grapes, hand-harvested into small crates, undergo rigorous sorting in the vineyard and upon arrival so that only the best fruit is selected. Unlike some estates, Château Margaux favors manual over optical sorting, ensuring exceptionally precise selection.

The red wines are vinified in a combination of traditional tapered wooden vats and smaller stainless steel tanks, allowing precise vinification by plot. Since 2009, the estate has used 50 vats for 40 plots, providing greater flexibility to isolate the finest expressions of the terroir. Alcoholic fermentation is controlled to preserve the yeasts, with pump-overs encouraging the extraction of aromatic compounds. Malolactic fermentation takes place mainly in tanks, except for the press wine, which undergoes it in barrels.

The red wines are aged for 18 to 24 months in 100% new French oak barrels, one-third of which are made on-site by the estate’s cooper. This practice ensures optimal interaction between wine and wood, enhancing the cuvées’ complexity and longevity. For Pavillon Blanc, the Sauvignon Blanc grapes are whole-cluster pressed without skin contact, fermented in stainless steel tanks, then aged for 7 to 8 months in barrels (33% new). This process, without malolactic fermentation, preserves the white wine’s freshness and acidity.

Blending, a key stage in winemaking, is a creative undertaking. Carried out in January for the reds and March for the white, it brings the team together for meticulous tastings to compose the three red wines (Château Margaux, Pavillon Rouge, and Margaux du Château Margaux) and Pavillon Blanc. This rigorous process, combined with a traceability system using laser markings (since 1989) and bubble codes (since 2011), guarantees the bottles’ authenticity and quality.

The Wines of Château Margaux

Château Margaux – The Fine Wine

Château Margaux, the estate’s Fine Wine, is a global icon, recognized since the 17th century for its finesse, elegance, and complexity. Composed of an average of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine fully expresses the terroir of Puch Sem Peyre with aromas of blackcurrant, truffle, and violet. Its concentrated yet never astringent tannins are accompanied by remarkable freshness, offering exceptional aging potential, sometimes beyond 60 years. Great vintages such as 2015, 2019, and 2022 are moving masterpieces, while more modest vintages charm with their early subtlety. Around 12,000 cases are produced annually, reflecting exceptionally rigorous selection.

Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux

Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux, the second wine officially created in 1906, is far more than a mere complement. Sourced from plots once included in the Fine Wine, it shares similar characteristics: pure aromas, a velvety texture, and a balance of power and softness. At around 16,000 cases a year, this wine is ready to drink sooner yet offers excellent aging potential of 30 to 40 years. Its quality has drawn closer to that of the Fine Wine thanks to increasingly strict selection since the 1990s.

Margaux du Château Margaux

Introduced with the 2009 vintage, Margaux du Château Margaux is the estate’s third red wine. Made exclusively from its own vines, it receives the same care as its predecessors, including barrel aging. More approachable, it appeals to wine lovers with its elegance and finesse, reflecting the Margaux style. Produced in limited quantities, it is distributed to select restaurants and wine merchants.

Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux

Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux, produced from 11 hectares of Sauvignon Blanc, is one of Bordeaux’s finest white wines. Rich, aromatic, and vibrant, it combines concentration with freshness thanks to rigorous selection: only one-third of the harvest is retained. With annual production of 1,600 cases, this wine, aged for 7 to 8 months in barrels, impresses with its balance and aging potential. A second white wine was introduced in 2022, further enhancing the quality of this cuvée.

The Best Château Margaux Vintages According to Robert Parker

The wines of Château Margaux, in the prestigious Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, are recognized worldwide for their elegance and exceptional quality. Renowned critic Robert Parker has awarded remarkable scores to several of the estate’s vintages. The 1900, 1990, 2018, and 2019 vintages received a perfect 100/100, reflecting unparalleled harmony and depth. Other vintages, including 2000, 2015, and 2016, came close to perfection with an impressive 99/100, while 1928, 1953, 1982, 1996, 2005, 2009, 2010, and 2017 stand out with scores of 98/100, demonstrating the consistency and excellence of this First Growth.

The Great Vintages of Margaux

The great vintages of the Margaux appellation embody the essence of Bordeaux terroir, combining finesse, complexity, and aging potential. Among the most prestigious years are 1959, 1983, 1986, 1990, 1995, 1996, and 1999, renowned for their aromatic richness and balance. More recent vintages, such as 2000, 2005, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2014, 2015, and 2016, stand out for their robust structure and intensity. The years 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 continue to shine, confirming the Margaux appellation’s ability to produce exceptional wines that appeal to enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.

The Other First Growth Châteaux

Step into the refined world of the First Growths, recognized by the prestigious 1855 classification, and explore wines of incomparable quality and elegance. In Pauillac, Château Lafite-Rothschild, Château Latour, and Château Mouton Rothschild excel in power and complexity. Driven by Cabernet Sauvignon, their structured wines are ideal for long aging. In the Margaux appellation, Château Margaux stands out for its finesse and delicate aromas, embodying the height of Bordeaux sophistication. In Pessac-Léognan, Château Haut-Brion offers wines of singular intensity, shaped by an exceptional gravelly terroir. Finally, in Sauternes, Château d’Yquem produces sweet wines of extraordinary richness and longevity, perfect for lovers of great dessert wines. Discover our selection of these exceptional wines!

How Should You Store Château Margaux?

Storing a Château Margaux requires optimal conditions. Ideally, bottles should be stored horizontally in a temperature-controlled wine cellar with adequate humidity. A stable temperature between 10 and 15 degrees Celsius is recommended. It is essential to protect the bottles from direct sunlight and vibration. Château Margaux wines, particularly older vintages, can benefit from bottle aging, allowing their aromas and flavors to develop harmoniously.

Food & Wine Pairings with Château Margaux

Thanks to their finesse and elegance, Château Margaux wines pair beautifully with refined dishes. Classic pairings include grilled red meats, lamb chops, duck dishes, and even more delicate fare such as beef tenderloin and fine cheeses. The complex flavors of Château Margaux can also be enjoyed with international cuisine, making it versatile at the table.

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