The first-growth 2005 Château Margaux (85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot), a lavish fragrance of blackcurrants, velvety new saddle leather, spring flowers and spice soars from the glass. The wood is already totally concealed beneath the cascade of fruit in this medium to full-bodied, pure and majestic wine. This concentrated, dense, but nevertheless strikingly elegant, multi-layered wine has a finish of 45+ seconds. It builds incrementally to a crescendo and finale. RP
RATING : RP98, WS97, JS100
REGION : BORDEAUX, France
BOTTLE SIZE : 75CL
GRAPE : Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
SWEETNESS : Dry
FOOD MATCH : Steak, lamb, aged cheese
RATING : RP98, WS97, JS100
REGION : BORDEAUX, France
BOTTLE SIZE : 75CL
GRAPE : Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
SWEETNESS : Dry
FOOD MATCH : Steak, lamb, aged cheese