Château Margaux Premier Grand Crue Classé 2017
Type: Red Wine
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: France
Region: Gironde, left bank of Bordeaux
Grape Varieties: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot
Appellation: Margaux AOC
Alcohol Content: 14% abv
Vinification: traditional methods to extract the best qualities from the grapes. After harvest, the grapes are gently crushed and undergo fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel or wooden vats to maintain optimal conditions for color, aroma, and tannin extraction.
Ageing: 18-24 months in new French oak barrels, with regular monitoring and adjustments to ensure the wine achieves the desired balance, complexity, and ageing potential.
Tasting notes: Elegant and refined, with aromas of blackcurrant, violet, and cedar. The palate is silky and well-balanced, featuring ripe dark fruit, fine tannins, and a fresh, lingering finish. This wine shows great complexity and excellent ageing potential
Temperature of service: Served at 16-18°C
Food Paring: Roast lamb, duck breast, beef Wellington, truffle risotto, aged Comté or Gouda.
