Bordeaux
Château Margaux - Margaux - 1er Cru Classé en 1855 - Rouge - 1987
Characteristics
Country / Region: Bordeaux
Vintage: 1987
Name: AOP Margaux
Grape variety: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc
Classification: 1er Cru Classé en 1855
Alcohol: 12.5 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Domaine awarded 3 stars in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2020 (RVF)
Domaine awarded 5 stars in the Guide de Bettane & Desseauve 2020
86/100 points from Robert Parker
Wine:
Robert Parker included this wine in the great wines of the 1987 vintage! He described it as follows: "Although it is undoubtedly a success for the vintage, among the best, I have a marked preference for Mouton-Rothschild, Lafite-Rothschild and Haut-Brion. Château Margaux 1987 is more herbaceous than it usually is, but shows nice richness as well as a solid texture suggesting concentration and depth".Vinification:
Harvesting by hand, 18-24 months' ageing in new oak barrels.Palate:
This wine is part of a private collection that has been stored in optimal temperature and hygrometry conditions. Each bottle was appraised by our Master Sommelier and has been very carefully handled by the entire Ventealapropriete team right up to its delivery. This bottle is rare and ephemeral, the result of a long, patient evolution. There can be no exchanges or returns once it has been opened or consumed. Enjoy your tasting!
Temperature:
Serve between 16-18°C. Due to the presence of a deposit, a decanting from one bottle to another may be necessary to further enhance the drinking enjoyment.Food and wine pairing:
Red meats and mushrooms, grilled beef flank steaks, risotto with woodland mushrooms in a rich brown jus, black truffle dishes and a cheese platter that ideally includes some farmhouse Saint-Nectaire.Cellar aging:
From nowFor many wine lovers and enthusiasts, Château Margaux, with a majestic setting in the heart of the village of Margaux, is the finest property in the Bordeaux region. Its stately character is obvious from the moment you arrive and look out over the driveway that leads up to this Château with its monumental porch. The estate, with 82 hectares of red vines added to the 4 hectares of Sauvignon Blanc, has a unique vineyard. This property belonging to Corinne Mentzelopoulos was run by the late, talented Paul Pontallier. Since the 80s, the wines have constantly progressed, guaranteeing the wine lover a high-quality purchase. These are unique, deep wines, respected and appreciated by all.