2010 Chateau Margaux Pavillon Rouge

Bordeaux Blend - 1.5L
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REVIEWS

JS 96 DC 94 WA 94 WE 94 WS 94 JA 93 JL 93 NM 92
JS 96

jamessuckling.com, November 2013

This the greatest Pavillon Rouge ever made. Aromas of flowers, smoke, currants and raspberries follow through to a full body, with super silky tannins and a long, long finish. This is balanced and refined with wonderful...
DC 94

Decanter, June 2021

Now 11 years old, and bursting with layers. It's finessed and vibrant, packed with raspberry and black cherry fruits. Maintains its juiciness and well balanced structure from start to finish, showing still-muscular...
WA 94

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 2013

The second wine, the 2010 Pavillon Rouge (essentially two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest mostly Merlot with small quantities and Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc) looks to be a wine to age for 20 or more years, but...
WE 94

Wine Enthusiast, May 2013

Dense and structured, this second wine from Château Margaux is magnificent. There are hints of bitter chocolate, along with tarry fruit. It is very textured, just hinting at extraction. The tannins are rounded and...
WS 94

Wine Spectator, March 2013

This is lovely, with a powerful backdrop of graphite and tar, harnessed by flavors of velvety plum, steeped fig and black currant preserves. The long incense- and black tea-filled finish completes the seduction. Refined...
JA 93

janeanson.com, June 2022

Powerful but finessed classic, elegant, with depth and flavour that majors on black fruits and chocolate curls. The tannins here remain a little austere even at 12 years old. First time that the Pavillon Rouge, which made...
JL 93

TheWineCellarInsider.com, April 2011

Smoke cassis oak and violets this wine combines delicate textures with sweet soft berries black and red fruits and silky tannins make up this charming Margaux.
NM 92

Neal Martin's Wine Journal, March 2014

Tasted blind at the Southwold Bordeaux 2010 tasting. The Pavillon Rouge has an introverted nose at first, but it opens nicely in the glass to reveal blackberry, sage and undergrowth scents. The palate is medium-bodied...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Margaux
Vintage 2010
Size 1.5L

Chateau Margaux is a famous wine estate in the Medoc region, which along with Lafite, Latour and Haut Brion, was rated a First Growth in the original 1855 Bordeaux Classification. It covers 262 hectares, of which 82 hectares are planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, and 12 hectares to Sauvignon Blanc.

In the 12th century, the property was called “La Mothe de Margaux” (the Margaux mound) and by the 16th century, wine was being produced at the estate. In 1705, the London Gazette advertised the first auction of 230 barrels of “Margose” and the 1771 vintage was the first “claret” to appear in a Christie’s catalogue. Indeed one of America’s Founding Fathers and vintner in his own right, Thomas Jefferson, visited this great estate in the late 18th century and declared it to be a vineyard of “first quality”. When Bertrand Douat, Marquis de la Colonilla, acquired the estate, he built the chateau that is often nicknamed the “Versailles of the Medoc”, a rare example of the neo-palladian style in France.

Andre Mentzelopoulos purchased the property in 1977, investing heavily in the estate and a program of improvements. Since his death in 1980, the property has been run by his daughter Corinne who continued his work in restoring the chateau to its former glory.

The 2010 Chateau Margaux Pavillon Rouge is a Bordeaux Blend from the renowned Margaux region of Bordeaux, France. With a deep red color, this wine exudes elegance and sophistication from the moment it's poured into the glass. The nose is gorgeously perfumed, offering captivating aromas of black cherry, violets, boysenberry, espresso, and chocolate. It is a symphony of scents that entices the senses and draws you in.

On the palate, this wine is absolutely delicious. It showcases a brilliant texture with integrated tannins, creating a smooth and velvety mouthfeel. The flavors of black cherry and boysenberry continue to shine, accompanied by notes of oak, smoke, and violets. The wine is well-balanced, with a perfect harmony between fruit, acidity, and tannins.

Renowned wine expert Alex Lallos describes this wine as the best Pavillon Rouge he has ever tasted, emphasizing its age-worthiness and drinkability. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now or cellared for future enjoyment. The 2010 vintage is particularly exceptional, and this Pavillon Rouge is a testament to the greatness of the year.

Other esteemed critics also praise this wine. Jeff Leve notes its delicate textures, sweet soft berries, and silky tannins, while Robert Parker's Wine Advocate describes it as soft, supple, and luscious with plenty of blue and black fruits. Neal Martin's Wine Journal appreciates its good extraction and honeyed mouthfeel, predicting aging potential.

With a long and seductive finish, this Pavillon Rouge leaves a lasting impression. It is a wine of refinement, elegance, and complexity. The 2010 Chateau Margaux Pavillon Rouge is a true gem from one of the world's most esteemed wineries. Whether enjoyed now or in the years to come, it is sure to captivate and delight wine enthusiasts with its exceptional quality and character.