Château Margaux is one of the most prestigious wineries in the world, located in Bordeaux near the village of Margaux. It is classified as Premier Grand Cru Classé according to the 1855 Bordeaux wine classification. The estate comprises 77 hectares for red wine and 12 hectares for white wine, with approximately 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, and small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot (5%) planted for the red wines, and Sauvignon Blanc for the white wines.
The wines of Château Margaux are renowned for their intensity and depth. They are lush, full-bodied, and fruity, with a harmonious blend of power and finesse. The red wines are often described as feminine due to their soft elegance and refined bouquet. The estate's second wine is called Pavillon Rouge, and the white wine, Pavillon Blanc, is regarded as the best white wine of the Médoc.
Since 1977, the estate has been owned by the Mentzelopoulos family, who have transformed it from the weakest Premier cru into one of the best through significant investments in the vineyard and cellar. The wines of Château Margaux, including the Grand Vin, Pavillon Rouge, Pavillon Blanc, and Margaux du Château, are produced on a unique terroir and are known for their outstanding quality.
The wines of Château Margaux are renowned for their intensity and depth. They are lush, full-bodied, and fruity, with a harmonious blend of power and finesse. The red wines are often described as feminine due to their soft elegance and refined bouquet. The estate's second wine is called Pavillon Rouge, and the white wine, Pavillon Blanc, is regarded as the best white wine of the Médoc.
Since 1977, the estate has been owned by the Mentzelopoulos family, who have transformed it from the weakest Premier cru into one of the best through significant investments in the vineyard and cellar. The wines of Château Margaux, including the Grand Vin, Pavillon Rouge, Pavillon Blanc, and Margaux du Château, are produced on a unique terroir and are known for their outstanding quality.