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Château Margaux 1er Grand Cru Classé 2003

Black fruitFood-friendly wineICON-WINE

13%

1.5L

Intensity

An iron fist in a velvet glove: recognised as one of the greatest wines in the world, the legendary Château Margaux combines perfection with density, refinement and complexity. More info

Quantity : 2 bottlesObservation : 2 NormalLevel : 2 NormalRecoverable VAT : noRegion : BordeauxAppellation : MargauxClassification : Premier Grand Cru ClasséOwner : SCA du Château Margaux
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Château Margaux 1er Grand Cru Classé 2003

The wine

Just to mention the name of Château Margaux is enough to make wine lovers tremble. This is a cru with a rare sense of clarity. In its great vintages, it combines the concentration of a Médoc with tannins of immense distinction like no other wine. It is an iron fist in a velvet glove. The nose develops aromas of violet, blackcurrant and blackberry. On the palate it is generous, smooth and completely pure. An iconic wine which should be enjoyed after aging fifteen to thirty five years in the cellar.

About the Producer Château Margaux

Owned by Edward III of England, the Albret and then the Montferrand families, the property served as a military base until 1802, when the Marquis de la Clonilla demolished the fortress to build the residence that stands there today. The architect Louis Combe is responsible for the magnificent building which adorns the Château’s bottles. Until the early 1960s, the wines were usually excellent and sometimes outstanding. As such, the legendary 1900 vintage was one of the most renowned wines of the last century. With the arrival of the Mentzelopoulos family in 1977, and thanks to the talents of Emile Peynaud, the wines have regained their premier grand cru classé quality. 1978 saw the beginning of a succession of extremely impressive vintages. Paul Pontalier who left in 2016 had worked to produce these legendary vintages. Philippe Bascaules, the new Managing Director, will do his utmost to carry on the amazing story. Château Margaux has a single block of vines, mostly planted on gravelly, sometimes clayey soil with a high proportion of limestone. Recent vintages have exceptional aging potential. The estate also produces Pavillon Blanc which is a superb, fruity and concentrated white wine.

Detailed characteristics

Quantity : 2 bottles

Level : 2 NormalObservation : 2 Normal

Recoverable VAT : no

Original wooden case / Original case : yes

French customs seal : yes

Alcohol percentage : 13 %

Region : Bordeaux

Appellation : Margaux

Classification : Premier Grand Cru Classé

Owner : SCA du Château Margaux

Vintage : 2003

Colour : red

Ageing potential : drink until 2035

Service temperature : 16°

Viticulture : environmentally friendly More information....

Size (in ha) : 78 hectares

Volume : 150000 bottles

Intensity : full-bodied

Leading aroma : black fruit

Tasting occasion : food-friendly wine

Grape variety : Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon
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Château Margaux 1er Grand Cru Classé 2003

The iDealwine Price Estimate(1) is based on auction results, using the hammer price of lots including the buyer's premium for the sale.
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Current auction price estimate(1)
Château Margaux 1er Grand Cru Classé 2003
432
526
(year's highest)
401
(year's lowest)
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