Margaux
Appellation Bordeaux Margaux
The Margaux appellation bears the name of the region's most famous château. It is an important appellation in the Haut Médoc region of Bordeaux. It has acquired its letters of nobility thanks to its supple, aromatic wines made from Cabernet Sauvignon. In this guide to Margaux wines, we'll take a look at the terroir and the best Bordeaux Margaux wines, which combine velvety textures, power, unique floral characters and silky tannins
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Overview of the Margaux terroir
This region is located 25 km north of the city of Bordeaux. Its wine-growing history dates back almost 2000 years, to Roman times. By the 17th century, it had already made a name for itself as a producer of quality wines. It was this reputation that prompted US President Thomas Jefferson to visit some of the region's châteaux, including Château Margaux. However, many of these châteaux would have been downgraded if the 1855 classification had been changed. Fortunately, improved winemaking techniques and aggressive competition have encouraged many châteaux to produce quality wines. The Margaux terroir is characterised by a high gravel content, with some sand and limestone. This type of soil ensures excellent drainage and low nutrient levels. The vines dig deep to feed themselves and ripen. This makes them more resistant and stronger. The grape varieties permitted in the region are Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Carmenere, Petit Verdot and Malbec. The total surface area of the appellation's vineyards is 1335 ha
Our selection of the best Bordeaux Margaux wines.
Nearly 80 estates and châteaux have vineyards in this appellation, which boasts 21 crus classés in the 1855 classification. Among them, Château Margaux and Château Palmer produce wines of remarkably consistent quality. Other châteaux, such as Château Brane Cantenac and Malescot St Exupéry, have also made their mark after restructuring. You can taste the best wines, pure wines with velvety textures. But as in all other wine regions, vintages differ in style, character and price. They may not be the most powerful and dense of Bordeaux wines, but they can be distinguished by their intense floral character, which is sensual, elegant and fragrant. The best vintages can also age gracefully for decades
-Giscours: This vast 102-hectare vineyard was on the verge of bankruptcy when Albada Jelgersma bought it in the 1990s. The businessman turned things around by improving the quality of each vintage. The wines of this strong brand are characterised by their gentle elegance, purity, fine tannins and great roundness on the palate. They also evolve very well over the decades.
-Palmer: the 66-hectare vineyard of this château in the Cantenac area of Margaux produces sensual wines of great beauty, offered at consistent prices. Palmer has all the hallmarks of a great Bordeaux: complex, elegant aromas and a full-bodied, rich palate.
-Kirwan: Château Kirwan's 40-hectare vineyard is planted with several different blends of grape varieties. Classified as the 3rd growth of Margaux, the wines did not deserve this status. But the Schÿler family set about developing the terroir and style of the wines with the help of oenologist Michel Rolland. The wines lost their lean character and became fuller-bodied and more floral, with a very impressive balance.
-Brane Cantenac: classified as a 2nd growth, this château's 75 hectare vineyard produces great, racy, aromatic and complex wines. On tasting, they immediately stand out for their elegant, feminine, racy character, aromatic freshness and velvety texture. A short decanting is necessary for the oldest vintages. The wines can reach their full maturity after 1 to 3 decades.
-Lascombes: the vineyards of this château, which belongs to the MACSF group, extend over 120 hectares in the Margaux appellation. It is one of the largest vineyards of the 1855 crus classés. It has the advantage of occupying the most sought-after plots in Margaux. This makes it possible to produce wines that are powerful, elegant and rich in tannin. Visit the dedicated page to choose the right wine for your budget and your needs.
-Issan: the reputation of this brand dates back to the late 12th century, when it was served at the wedding of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Henry Plantagenet. Classed as the 3rd growth of Margaux, the wines from this 44-hectare estate are appreciated for their elegance and fruitiness. They are best enjoyed after 12 to 30 years of ageing.
-Rauzan Gassies: the 28.5-hectare vineyard of this château is located on an exceptional terroir, on the finest slopes in the Margaux appellation. This allows the grape varieties to reach maturity and produce well-structured, subtle and elegant wines. The wines develop their full potential after 1 to 2 decades of ageing, depending on the vintage, and drink beautifully.
-Prieuré Lichine: the 70-hectare vineyard of this château belonging to the Bellande family has also been given a new lease of life thanks to the advice of winemaker Stéphane Derenoncourt. Classified as the 4th growth of Margaux, this vineyard produces supple, elegant wines with an aromatic bouquet characteristic of the great wines of Margaux. The wines reach their maximum maturity between 10 and 25 years of age.
-Malescot Saint-Exupéry: this château's vineyards cover 30 hectares. Following renovation work and investment in high-tech equipment to restore the brand's reputation, it has regained its superb reputation. The wines from this château, the 3rd Cru Classé in Margaux, shine through with their rich, creamy texture and supple, elegant tannins. These wines are best enjoyed between 10 and 30 years depending on the vintage.
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