Margaux Margaux 1er Cru 1988

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Margaux
Label Name:
 
Margaux 1er Cru
Vintage:
 
1988
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Margaux, Médoc, Bordeaux
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon (≈75%), Merlot (≈20%), Cabernet Franc (≈3%), Petit Verdot (≈2%).
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Wine Spectator 95 (non‑blind Château Margaux vertical review). Neal Martin / Wine Advocate 93 (2016 tasting). Château Margaux official tasting note: "very deep colour, rich intense nose, magnificent structure" (chateau technical note). 5%), commonly cited as 12–12. 5%

Tasting Note
Perfumed violets, blackberry, cassis, cedar and potpourri; medium‑full body with firm ripe tannins, bright acidity, black tea, plum and earthy notes; long, elegant finish showing classic Margaux finesse.

Food Pairing
Roast lamb, beef ribeye, duck confit, mushroom risotto; Asian: Peking duck, char siu, braised beef short ribs, rich Szechuan beef.

Production Method
Traditional Bordeaux vinification: hand-harvested, fermentation in temperature-controlled vats, extended maceration and élevage in French oak barrels (portion new) for c.18–24 months.

Vineyard Info
Château Margaux, an 1855 Premier Cru Classé in Margaux, produces perfume-driven grand vin known for elegance, structure and ageing potential.