Margaux
In addition to the classified Grands Crus and in particular the Château Margaux, the first classified Grand Cru, the vineyard of the AOC Margaux has Crus Bourgeois, Crus Artisans, or even winemaking craftsmen.
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The soil consists of a plateau of gravel and silt, on a layer of limestone or silt on clay. The grape varieties in the different vineyard areas are predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, an emblematic grape of the Médoc.
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Of great femininity, the wines of the AOC Margaux present a subtle bouquet that mixes delicate fruity aromas such as redcurrant, floral and spicy.
Château Margaux 2023
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95-97 RP
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Symbol of French refinement and elegance, this Premier Cru contains an identity full of sweetness and wisdom. Known since the 17th century as one of the greatest wines in the world, Château Margaux owes its unique qualities to the genius of its terroir and the passionate work of a succession of generations.
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The history of Château Margaux dates back to 1815, when the Marquis de la Colonilla built this magnificent castle with Greek columns and peristyle. In 1977, André Mentzelopoulos, then owner of Félix Potin stores, acquires the estate.
Pavillon Rouge
du Château Margaux 2023
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96-97 JS / 92-94 RP
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Second wine produced by Château Margaux, Le Pavillon Rouge is considered a high quality wine in its own right.
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It comes from younger vines or selected parcels of the Château Margaux vineyard that are not intended to be included in the main cuvée of Château Margaux.
Château Rauzan Ségla 2023
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94-96 RP
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Soil of excellence for exceptional wines, the wines of Château Rauzan-Ségla are a model of the Margaux appellation.
An alliance of power and finesse, they convey with purity and intensity the identity of their terroir.
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Since 2015, Château Rauzan-Ségla belongs to the Chanel Group, under the direction of Nicolas Audebert.
Château Palmer 2023
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97-98 JS / 96-97 RP
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The history of this Third Cru dates back to the early 19th century, when it was founded by Charles Palmer. Over the years, the estate changed owners several times until 1938, when it was acquired by the Sichel family, who still owns and operates it today.
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Château Palmer’s noble philosophy is based on a simple desire: to reveal the elegance and purity of a complex terroir. In a resolutely forward-looking approach, Château Palmer was one of the pioneers in introducing biodynamics to the vineyard in 2008.
Alter Ego de Palmer 2023
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95-96 JS / 92-94 RP
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Second wine of Château Palmer. This cuvée is spicy and floral, with a persistent character of red berries that extends to the finish effortlessly. A limited production of superior quality that expresses, with fine precision, the essence of the Margaux.
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It comes from a vineyard classified in the Third Cru category, although its excellence is comparable to that of some Premier Cru.
Château Brane-Cantenac 2023
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95-96 JS / 93-95 RP
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Second Grand Cru Classé of 1855, its wines embody the elegance of the terroir, displaying complex aromas of red fruits, spices and floral notes. In recent years, efforts have been made to gradually convert production to organic farming.
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The history of the castle dates back to the 18th century, when Jacques-Maxime Brane acquired the property in 1833.
Château Giscours 2023
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94-96 RP
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In the town of Labarde, since the sixteenth century, Château Giscours benefits from a unique soil giving particularly colorful and full-bodied wines with a character quite different from the wines of the northern part of the appellation. This partly explains his title of 3rd Grand Cru Classé obtained in 1855.
Its name resonates in the most beautiful tables of France as a synonym of finesse and elegance.