Chateau Margaux Aoc Margaux 2012 75cl

Château Margaux 2014 is an exceptional red wine from the Margaux appellation, produced in 75 cl bottles and renowned for its elegance, silky structure, and aromatic complexity.

General Information

Appellation: Margaux (AOC)
Region: Bordeaux, Médoc
Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé (1855)
Volume: 75 cl
Alcohol content: Approximately 13% ABV

Grape Varieties

Cabernet Sauvignon: 90%
Merlot: 5%
Cabernet Franc: 3%
Petit Verdot: 2% 

Terroir and Winemaking

The wine benefits from the gravelly terroir characteristic of Margaux, ideal for optimal drainage and perfect ripening of the grapes. Winemaking is meticulous: maceration in wood and stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, followed by controlled malolactic fermentation. Free-run and press wines are blended and handled delicately to prevent any bitterness or unpleasant vegetal notes.
The wine is aged in oak barrels for 18 to 26 months, depending on the vintage, with traditional egg-white fining. This artisanal care guarantees the wine's finesse and balance. 

Tasting Notes

Appearance: dark, brilliant
Nose: complex aromas of black fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant), violets, cedar, and sweet spices
Palate: silky texture with fine tannins and a long, mineral, slightly spicy finish
Elegant, balanced, and complex structure
The wine fully opens up after 5 to 10 minutes of aeration
Aging potential: between 2022 and 2045, with an optimal maturity phase until 2028 and an expected peak between 2029 and 2038.

Serving Suggestions and Food Pairings

Recommended serving temperature: 16 to 18°C
Ideally open 1 to 2 hours before tasting to allow the wine to fully express itself
Pairings: refined dishes such as roast beef fillet, Pauillac lamb, Bordelaise ribeye steak, poultry, and duck tourtière
Dishes with truffles, wild mushrooms, or aged cheeses (aged Comté, Brie de Meaux) perfectly complement this wine.

Additional Information

Château Margaux 2014 represents approximately 36% of the total production of the vintage
Carefully managed and limited production to guarantee exceptional quality
Family-owned by the Mentzelopoulos family since 1977, with 94 hectares of vines (82 red, 12 white)
Environmentally friendly cultivation methods: no insecticides, fertilization with composted beef manure, green harvesting, and leaf thinning.