Tasting Notes

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Vinous Neal Martin - 01 Aug 23
The 2017 Durfort-Vivens was affected by frost on the western parcels, so the château lost 40% of the production. This has a far superior bouquet to the 2016, very pure with black cherries, red plum, mint and pine. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fine acidity and nicely structured with a touch of pepper and spicebox toward the finish. Despite the frost, this is showing well, elegant and persistent. Bon vin. Tasted at the château.
Drinking Date: 2022 - 2036
Margaux Fine Wines

Margaux

Margaux, in Bordeaux, France, is renowned for producing some of the world’s most elegant red wines. Margaux wines are characterised by floral notes of violet and rose, red and black fruits like cherry and blackcurrant, refined tannins, a silky texture, and a complex, long finish. The region's gravelly soil enhances grape concentration. Top producers include Château Margaux, known for its finesse and ageing potential; Château Palmer, recognized for its rich, aromatic wines; and Château Rauzan-Ségla, celebrated for its elegant precision.