Château Margaux 2017

• Grape Variety: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot
• Region: Margaux AOC, Bordeaux, France
• Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé (First Growth), Classification of 1855
• Producer: Château Margaux
• Vintage: 2017

Colour & Aroma

Deep garnet-purple with brilliant intensity. Elegant aromas of cassis, black cherry, blackberry, red currant, black plum, violet, dried rose, iris, cedar, cigar box, graphite, vanilla, dark chocolate and delicate smoky mineral notes.

Palate

Full-bodied with a silky texture, ultra-fine tannins and vibrant acidity. Layers of cassis, black cherry, blackberry, graphite, cedar, dark chocolate and sweet spices unfold with remarkable precision, leading to a long, elegant and mineral-driven finish.

Style

Elegant, refined, floral, mineral-driven and exceptionally age-worthy.

Food Pairing

Grilled Wagyu beef, Beef Wellington, Prime Rib, herb-crusted roast lamb, roast duck, venison, black truffle dishes, and aged Comté, Beaufort or Mimolette Extra Vieille cheese.

Serving Recommendation

• Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
• Decanting: 2–3 hours before serving

Drinking Window

Ready to enjoy from 2027–2029, with peak maturity expected between 2030–2055+.

Awards & Scores

• James Suckling: 98/100
• Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 97/100
• Decanter: 97/100
• Vinous (Antonio Galloni): 97/100
• Jane Anson (Inside Bordeaux): 97/100