Pavillon Rouge 2011 OWC
Pavillon Rouge 2011, the second wine of Château Margaux, drawn from the gravels of Margaux. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (65%), Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, aged 18 months in barrels. Notes of red fruits, violet and spices, with subtle minerality. Silky palate, dense tannins and vibrant freshness. Perfect with game or aged cheese, to enjoy until 2043.
Château Margaux Nestled at the heart of the Margaux appellation, this legendary estate has embodied Bordeaux excellence for centuries. A preserved family heritage, where every cuvée reflects the soul of a unique terroir. - Terroir : Deep gravels and calcareous clays of Margaux, lending the wines a chalky minerality and unrivalled elegance. - Vinification : Rigorous parcel-by-parcel selection and aging in French oak barrels, for wines of remarkable precision and tension. Tasting Notes for Château Margaux Pavillon Rouge 2011 To the eye: a deep garnet red, with a silky texture and a mineral brilliance that already hints at its complexity. On the nose: aromas of fresh blackcurrant and wild blackberry intertwine with floral notes of violet, while a peppery touch and a subtle graphite salinity emerge in the background. On the palate: a lively and precise attack, carried by velvety fine tannins, a taut acidity and a chalky minerality that stretches into a long, elegant finish. Serve at 16–18°C in a Bordeaux glass to reveal its full purity. Vintage 2011 A vintage marked by historic tannic concentration, offering a powerful structure and exceptional aging potential. - Aging potential : To be cellared until 2043 under optimal conditions (stable temperature, controlled humidity).
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