The 2004 Pavillon Rouge has a really lovely, peppermint-tinged bouquet that is very well-defined and full of vigor. The palate is medium-bodied with impressive concentration. It is not a complex wine, and it might feel just a bit forceful on the slightly leathery finish. But it has a sense of swagger about it that I really like. Maybe just give this a couple more years if you fancy. -- Neal Martin

Margaux's second wine the 2004 Pavillon Rouge du Chateau Margaux may turn out to be outstanding. Its deep ruby/purple hue is accompanied by fleshy notes of black currants cherries smoke earth and spring flowers. Lovely ripe and opulent it is best consumed during its first 10-15 years of life.