Les Hauts du Tertre - Second Vin du Château du Tertre 2012

Though somewhat secluded, Château du Tertre is situated on a single, magnificent hilltop of siliceous gravel and has been beautifully restored and renovated by its Dutch owner, Éric Albada Jelgersma. Its aromatic, very fresh, and elegant character owes much to the proportion of excellent Cabernet Franc in the vineyard’s blend. Excellent value for the price.

Under the leadership of Alexander Van Beck, its director, Château du Tertre has established itself as one of Margaux’s most reliable wines. Following its acquisition by Eric Albada Jelgersma, the estate underwent a profound transformation and modernization. Lower yields and significant investments have resulted in a full-bodied, lively wine that fully justifies its classification. The most recent vintages have proven particularly successful, with a style that remains straightforward—sometimes a bit austere—but ages well, thanks to a significant proportion of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc in the blend.