Pavillon Rouge du Chateau Margaux 2022
1. Introduction
This red wine comes from France, specifically the Bordeaux region, in the appellation of Margaux. Pavillon Rouge is the second wine of Château Margaux, one of the original four First Growths (Premier Grand Cru Classé) from the 1855 Bordeaux Wine Official Classification. The Château Margaux estate, with a history spanning centuries, is known for embodying the elegance and finesse of the Margaux appellation. Today, the estate is led by the Mentzelopoulos family, with Alexis Leven-Mentzelopoulos serving as the CEO, continuing a legacy of visionary leadership, a commitment to quality, and a philosophy of precision and respect for nature.
2. Wine Description
The 2022 vintage of Pavillon Rouge is an exceptionally serious expression, representing 32% of the total harvest in that year. It is noted for its deep garnet-purple or bright ruby purple colour. The aroma is expressive, offering a fragrant and finessed bouquet of red plum, raspberries, mulberries, lilac, and violets, mingled with hints of cedar, chocolate, licorice, and spices.
The varietal composition is 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot, and 5% Cabernet Franc. The palate is medium to full-bodied, rich, layered, and concentrated, displaying a blend of dark fruits like blackcurrant pastilles, black cherries, and plums. Stylistically, it is described as plush, opulent, and elegant, possessing a silky texture and a muscular frame. It has a great backbone, with plenty of sweet, fine-grain, or chalky tannins and well-knit freshness, showcasing an exceptional balance and vibrancy. The finish is long and flavourful, with a fragrant lift and a peppery length. The alcohol by volume (ABV) is 14.8%. It is aged in French oak, with 60% new oak used. The wine is a powerful rendition for Pavillon Rouge. The optimal drinking window is noted as starting around 2028 to 2045. Information on the wine being organic is not available, though the estate predominantly uses organic farming methods.
1. Introduction
This red wine comes from France, specifically the Bordeaux region, in the appellation of Margaux. Pavillon Rouge is the second wine of Château Margaux, one of the original four First Growths (Premier Grand Cru Classé) from the 1855 Bordeaux Wine Official Classification. The Château Margaux estate, with a history spanning centuries, is known for embodying the elegance and finesse of the Margaux appellation. Today, the estate is led by the Mentzelopoulos family, with Alexis Leven-Mentzelopoulos serving as the CEO, continuing a legacy of visionary leadership, a commitment to quality, and a philosophy of precision and respect for nature.
2. Wine Description
The 2022 vintage of Pavillon Rouge is an exceptionally serious expression, representing 32% of the total harvest in that year. It is noted for its deep garnet-purple or bright ruby purple colour. The aroma is expressive, offering a fragrant and finessed bouquet of red plum, raspberries, mulberries, lilac, and violets, mingled with hints of cedar, chocolate, licorice, and spices.
The varietal composition is 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot, and 5% Cabernet Franc. The palate is medium to full-bodied, rich, layered, and concentrated, displaying a blend of dark fruits like blackcurrant pastilles, black cherries, and plums. Stylistically, it is described as plush, opulent, and elegant, possessing a silky texture and a muscular frame. It has a great backbone, with plenty of sweet, fine-grain, or chalky tannins and well-knit freshness, showcasing an exceptional balance and vibrancy. The finish is long and flavourful, with a fragrant lift and a peppery length. The alcohol by volume (ABV) is 14.8%. It is aged in French oak, with 60% new oak used. The wine is a powerful rendition for Pavillon Rouge. The optimal drinking window is noted as starting around 2028 to 2045. Information on the wine being organic is not available, though the estate predominantly uses organic farming methods.
Description
1. Introduction
This red wine comes from France, specifically the Bordeaux region, in the appellation of Margaux. Pavillon Rouge is the second wine of Château Margaux, one of the original four First Growths (Premier Grand Cru Classé) from the 1855 Bordeaux Wine Official Classification. The Château Margaux estate, with a history spanning centuries, is known for embodying the elegance and finesse of the Margaux appellation. Today, the estate is led by the Mentzelopoulos family, with Alexis Leven-Mentzelopoulos serving as the CEO, continuing a legacy of visionary leadership, a commitment to quality, and a philosophy of precision and respect for nature.
2. Wine Description
The 2022 vintage of Pavillon Rouge is an exceptionally serious expression, representing 32% of the total harvest in that year. It is noted for its deep garnet-purple or bright ruby purple colour. The aroma is expressive, offering a fragrant and finessed bouquet of red plum, raspberries, mulberries, lilac, and violets, mingled with hints of cedar, chocolate, licorice, and spices.
The varietal composition is 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot, and 5% Cabernet Franc. The palate is medium to full-bodied, rich, layered, and concentrated, displaying a blend of dark fruits like blackcurrant pastilles, black cherries, and plums. Stylistically, it is described as plush, opulent, and elegant, possessing a silky texture and a muscular frame. It has a great backbone, with plenty of sweet, fine-grain, or chalky tannins and well-knit freshness, showcasing an exceptional balance and vibrancy. The finish is long and flavourful, with a fragrant lift and a peppery length. The alcohol by volume (ABV) is 14.8%. It is aged in French oak, with 60% new oak used. The wine is a powerful rendition for Pavillon Rouge. The optimal drinking window is noted as starting around 2028 to 2045. Information on the wine being organic is not available, though the estate predominantly uses organic farming methods.
