The 1996 Château Margaux is a masterpiece of harmony. In contrast to Latour’s muscle or Mouton’s flamboyance, it whispers with grace and floral complexity. With nearly 30 years of age, this wine is at its peak—offering silky texture, ripe black fruit, and hints of violet, sandalwood, and forest floor.
The wine’s Cabernet-driven profile is balanced by soft Merlot and a velvety mouthfeel. Each sip is delicate but persistent—a tapestry of flavor that lingers like a memory.
Tasting Notes:
Black cherry, violets, cedar, dried rose, forest undergrowth.
Food Pairing:
Duck à l’orange, veal medallions, mushroom risotto, or beef bourguignon.
Accolades:
98 pts Decanter; 97 pts Wine Advocate; Classic vintage Margaux.
Vineyard & Terroir:
Gravelly soils over limestone in the Margaux AOC. A Grand Vin from one of the oldest and most revered estates in Bordeaux.
Why We Like It:
It’s ethereal. A wine for quiet reflection, slow sipping, and lifelong memories.
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