Château Durfort Vivens 2ème Grand Cru Classé 2012
Margaux AOC
13%
0.75L
Intensity
Lot presentation
Château Durfort Vivens 2ème Grand Cru Classé 2012
The wine
Durfort Vivens is a classic Margaux. The bouquet is smooth, flamboyant and elegant. The structured palate has refined tannins. The finish reveals subtle spice notes. The new vintages are highly appreciable.
The quality of Durfort's wines was recognized at the end of the 18th century; Thomas Jefferson, the American ambassador and future president of the United States, placed it directly after Lafite, Latour and Margaux in his fascinating travel journals. His opinion was confirmed in the 1855 classification when it was ranked a second growth. The vineyard consists of several plots, surrounded by vines belonging to Château Margaux. For many years, the wines produced did not meet the expectations of its second growth classification. Since Gonzague Lurton is at the head of this beautiful property, the quality has undeniably increased. Since 2016, Durfort Vivens has been Demeter certified. This proves the new owners'diligence to create great wines.
Detailed characteristics
- Quantity:
- 1 bottle
- Level:
- 1 Normal
- Observations:
- 1 Marginally marked label, 1 Marginally scratched label
- Origin:
- private individual
- Type of cellar:
- underground, natural cellar
- Recoverable VAT:
- no
- Wooden case:
- no
- Local excise duty seal:
- yes
- Alcohol percentage:
- 13 %
- Region:
- Bordeaux
- Appellation:
- Margaux
- Classification:
- Deuxième Grand Cru Classé
- Owner:
- Gonzague Lurton
- Vintage:
- 2012
- Colour:
- red
- Peak drinking window:
- collectable bottle
- Service temperature:
- 16°
- Viticulture:
- biodynamic More information....
- Intensity:
- classic
- Leading aroma:
- black fruit
- Tasting occasion:
- food-friendly wine
- Grape variety:
- Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
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