Margaux

2000

2nd label of Chateau Margaux
Bordeaux Blend

Region: Bordeaux

ESTATE HISTORY

The production of a second wine probably goes back to the beginning of the XVII century because it is inseparable from the search for excellence which started at that time.
Sold under the name of “Château Margaux 2nd wine”, it took its permanent name of Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux in 1908. 
The quality of Pavillon Rouge has become very close to that of the first wine because all the plots involved contributed to the blending of Château Margaux not so long ago.

VITICULTURE

Pavillon Rouge only uses organic fertilizers that integrate naturally into the environment. 

WINEMAKING

Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux has kept its wooden vats along with new stainless steel vats for the vinification of the red grapes, because the wooden vats offer numerous advantages. Their tapered shape and their thermal inertia favour the concept of extraction by creating a stronger contact between the must and the grape skins, where the wine draws its colour and body from. This closer maceration makes the wines both richer and softer, which better express the extraordinary potential of our wines as well as our own conception of taste.
Aged in new French oak barrels for eighteen to twenty-six months. 

TASTING & FOOD PAIRINGS

Pairs well with almost any grilled, braised or roasted meat ranging from beef, veal, pork, duck, pigeon, squab and game.

*Please note the image is of a representative bottle. For pictures of the actual bottle please contact us.