COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2010
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Château Margaux
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Margaux 2021 is a distinguished red wine from the renowned Château Margaux estate in Margaux, Bordeaux. The estate, a Premier Grand Cru Classé with a history dating back to the 12th century, is currently owned by the Mentzelopoulos family. The 2021 vintage was produced under challenging climatic conditions, marked by a wet spring and dry late summer, requiring careful vineyard management. The estate's philosophy emphasizes meticulous attention to detail in both viticulture and vinification to capture the essence of its terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€800
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyard parcels for Cabernet Sauvignon are over 80 years old.
Fact 02
36% of the estate's production was allocated to the Grand Vin in 2021.
Fact 03
The wine is aged for 18-24 months in 100% new French oak.
Fact 04
The estate has a history dating back to the 12th century.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Château Margaux 2021 involves fermentation in French oak foudres and a mix of wood and stainless steel vats. A gentle extraction technique is employed to preserve the wine's purity and avoid astringency, contributing to its concentration. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for 18 to 24 months in 100% new French oak barrels. The harvest was completed by October 13th, with late picking and the use of saignée contributing to the vintage's character. Vineyard management is a key focus, with meticulous attention paid to grape selection.
