Château Margaux

Located in a unique setting in the heart of the Médoc region, on the left bank of the Gironde River, the magnificent Château Margaux estate, founded by Marquis Colonilla in 1810, is a benchmark for the Margaux appellation with its fine red wine produced on the estate.

This red wine took its definitive name in the 16th century and already had an established reputation for excellence. From that moment on, Château Margaux wine, whose vintages would continue to be appreciated, would continue to be talked about as one of the "greatest French wines."

A leading figure in Bordeaux, Château Margaux became one of the four "Premier Grand Cru Classé" wines in 1855 during the second Universal Exhibition in Paris. This classification, initiated by Napoleon III, brought the Grands Vins de Bordeaux to the forefront and, at the same time, Château Margaux, which was the only wine to obtain the highest score of 20 in this blind tasting. From then on, Château Margaux became one of the legendary wines not only of the Médoc but also of the entire world.

Today, its vineyard covers 94 hectares and continues its destiny of excellence with Corinne MENTZELOPOULOS, the current owner. Following in the footsteps of her father, who acquired the château in 1977, she and her teams continue to perpetuate the legend. What are the factors behind the success of this legendary wine? An exceptional terroir, passionate work, high standards, valuable expertise, and patience. The traditional Médoc grape varieties are grown, with a majority of Cabernet Sauvignon complemented by Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc (82 hectares) and Sauvignon Blanc (12 hectares) for Château Margaux's only white wine, Pavillon Blanc.

On the "castle route," Margaux wine is both renowned and appreciated. The Margaux vineyards are located between Bordeaux, the Dordogne, and the Garonne, close to the two rivers that border them.

Château Margaux is one of the finest expressions of Cabernet Sauvignon, offering finesse and delicacy, but it is the kind of wine that requires patience, given its exceptional aging potential. A wine that never disappoints, always living up to expectations.

Since 2009, Château Margaux has been producing a third wine, Margaux de Château Margaux, while the second wine, Pavillon Rouge de Margaux, was first produced in 1908.

The grand cru classé, Château Margaux covers 1,400 hectares in the south of the Médoc region. Margaux red wine production is around 63,000 hectoliters per year. Châteaux Margaux red wine is produced on the best soils and is considered one of the most prestigious appellations in the Médoc. This exceptional wine encompasses the following communes: Soussans, Labarde, Arsac, Cantenac, and Margaux. 

Thanks to its unique blend, Margaux wine is a fine and elegant wine. Buying a Margaux wine means buying a wine described as "feminine." 

Margaux wine is described as feminine due to its main characteristic, which illustrates delicacy, finesse, and complexity. Unlike most Bordeaux wines, which tend to be powerful, Margaux wine is a subtle blend of harmony and purity. 

Margaux wine is a wine that evolves, smooth and long on the palate, with delicate tannins and a subtle taste.

Margaux red wine refers to both the château and the commune. Located on exceptional land dedicated to vineyards, the Margaux red wine appellation owes its existence to the nature of its soil. Its plateau, shaped by erosion and composed of pebbles, clay, and sandy soil, provides well-drained soil that promotes root growth and water supply, ideal for growing grapes and producing high-quality wines. 

The composition of Margaux wine is the legacy of the region's typical grape varieties used in its production: Merlot, Cabernet, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc.

A Margaux wine pairs well with refined dishes, such as foie gras as a starter or truffle risotto.