Wines Margaux Château Margaux - Pavillon Rouge - 2019

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Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux 2019 is a remarkable second wine from one of Bordeaux’s most celebrated estates. This cuvée is composed mainly of Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc, though the exact proportions can vary by vintage. The 2019 vintage is hailed as excellent, marked by favourable conditions—warmth, balanced rainfall, and cool nights—which contributed to concentrated yet elegant fruit. Vinification at Château Margaux is meticulous, with careful grape sorting and ageing in French oak barrels, a significant proportion of which are new, imparting a subtle touch of vanilla and spice while preserving the purity of the fruit.

The Margaux appellation, located on the left bank of Bordeaux's Gironde estuary, is synonymous worldwide with refinement and aromatic complexity. The region enjoys a temperate maritime climate, its proximity to the Atlantic moderating seasonal extremes and fostering a long, steady ripening period. The gravelly soils, typical of the Médoc, are ideal for Cabernet Sauvignon, offering excellent drainage and imparting the wines with finesse and silky tannins—a hallmark of Margaux. The château itself is steeped in history, dating back to the 12th century and consistently producing some of Bordeaux’s most sought-after wines.

This elegant red wine, with its nuanced structure and graceful aromatic profile, is an outstanding partner for fine cuisine. Classic Bordeaux pairings such as roast lamb with herbs, grilled duck breast, or beef fillet in a red wine sauce are ideal. For a local touch, enjoy it with canard aux cerises or entrecôte à la bordelaise. Well-aged cheeses like Comté or Ossau-Iraty will also harmonise beautifully.

For optimal enjoyment, decant Pavillon Rouge 2019 about one hour before serving. The ideal serving temperature is 16-18°C, allowing the wine’s bouquet—and its signature notes of blackcurrant, violet, and cedar—to express themselves fully while keeping the palate fresh and vibrant. This wine will evolve gracefully in bottle for another decade or more, rewarding patience with ever greater depth and complexity.