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The great vintages are distinguished by their formidable ability to move us. The lesser vintages give pleasure to wise enthusiasts. They offer the advantage of evolving very rapidly and, reveal, after a few years, instead of power, this subtlety that is the prerogative of great terroirs.
Château Margaux has an extraordinary ability to evolve. Over the years, it has developed a finesse, an aromatic complexity and a remarkable presence on the palate.
Varietal | Bordeaux Blend |
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Vintage | 2005 |
Rating | 100 WS - 98+ RP |
Bottle Size | 6 x 750ml |
Bottle Quantity | 6 |
Country | France |
Region | Bordeaux |
Location | Margaux |
Producer | Margaux Chateau |
Color | Red |
Wine Type | Table |
Robert Parker | RP 98+ - Another celestial effort from Paul Pontallier and Corinne Mentzelopoulus, the 2005 Margaux, a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot, boasts a dense opaque blue/purple color as well as an extraordinary bouquet of spring flowers, blueberries, black raspberries, creme de cassis, licorice, and, despite its having spent two years in 100% new wood, only a subtle touch of toasty oak. Although full-bodied, the wine seems light on its feet because of the silky tannins as well as the great gravel terroir from which it comes. Beautiful purity, length, and nobility define this modern day classic. Is it better than the 2000, 1996, 1990, or some of the vintages from the decade of the eighties? Who knows, but it is unquestionably one of the all-time great wines made at Chateau Margaux. This estate has produced only exceptional wines over the last three decades. The seamlessness of the 2005 suggests it will perform well early, but it should last for a half century or more. |
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Wine Spectator | 100 WS |
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Varietal | Bordeaux Blend |
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Vintage | 2005 |
Rating | 100 WS - 98+ RP |
Bottle Size | 6 x 750ml |
Bottle Quantity | 6 |
Country | France |
Region | Bordeaux |
Location | Margaux |
Producer | Margaux Chateau |
Color | Red |
Wine Type | Table |
Varietal | Bordeaux Blend |
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Vintage | 2005 |
Rating | 100 WS - 98+ RP |
Bottle Size | 6 x 750ml |
Bottle Quantity | 6 |
Country | France |
Region | Bordeaux |
Location | Margaux |
Producer | Margaux Chateau |
Color | Red |
Wine Type | Table |
Varietal | Bordeaux Blend |
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Vintage | 2005 |
Rating | 100 WS - 98+ RP |
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Region | Bordeaux |
Location | Margaux |
Producer | Margaux Chateau |
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Robert Parker Rating | RP 98+ - Another celestial effort from Paul Pontallier and Corinne Mentzelopoulus, the 2005 Margaux, a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot, boasts a dense opaque blue/purple color as well as an extraordinary bouquet of spring flowers, blueberries, black raspberries, creme de cassis, licorice, and, despite its having spent two years in 100% new wood, only a subtle touch of toasty oak. Although full-bodied, the wine seems light on its feet because of the silky tannins as well as the great gravel terroir from which it comes. Beautiful purity, length, and nobility define this modern day classic. Is it better than the 2000, 1996, 1990, or some of the vintages from the decade of the eighties? Who knows, but it is unquestionably one of the all-time great wines made at Chateau Margaux. This estate has produced only exceptional wines over the last three decades. The seamlessness of the 2005 suggests it will perform well early, but it should last for a half century or more. |
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Wine Spectator Rating | 100 WS |
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