Tasting Notes

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Vinous Neal Martin - 01 Aug 23
The 1983 Durfort-Vivens was tasted from a double magnum directly from the estate. It has an elegant nose, leafier than the previous vintage, freshly rolled tobacco mingling with wild fennel. A light estuarine scent emerges with time. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, balanced well with lithe tannins. Perhaps not quite as compelling as the 1982, yet it is so transparent and pretty that you cannot help falling for its charms. Tasted at the Académie du Vin dinner in Bordeaux.
Drinking Date: 2023 - 2033
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.