2010 Chateau Margaux Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JS 100 JL 100 DC 98 JA 98 JD 98 WA 98 WE 98 WS 98 VN 97 NM 96
JS 100

jamessuckling.com, November 2013

This was phenomenal from barrel and remains so. The aromas are spellbinding. It smells like a bouquet of pink roses and then goes to currants, berries and citrus. Full body, with wonderfully refined tannins. It starts...
JL 100

TheWineCellarInsider.com, May 2013

The perfume teases you with its depth and intensity of what’s to come with its aromas of violets, smoky oak, licorice, earth, vanilla and mélange of dark berries. From the first sip, the wine coats your palate and taste...
DC 98

Decanter, July 2023

Fresh and youthful aromas of understated curranty fruit with cedar, smoke, and spice accents lead to a silky, archetypical Margaux texture with silky tannins, perfect weight, balance, and impressive length. The edges of...
JA 98

janeanson.com, June 2022

The remarkable thing about the tannins of this 2010 Château Margaux is that they feel more plush and velvety than the 2nd wine at this stage - almost more ready to drink. A brilliant wine, dense yet light on its feet...
JD 98

jebdunnuck.com, March 2022

Reminding me slightly of the 1996 (and maybe the 2019) with its purity and precision, the 2010 Château Margaux offers a classic bouquet of red and black currants, green tobacco, sandalwood, spring flowers, and lead pencil...
WA 98

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, March 2020

(98+ points) Deep garnet in color, the 2010 Château Margaux features notions of minted blackcurrants, new leather and Black Forest cake with nuances of sautéed herbs, tar, underbrush and wild fungi plus a waft of cedar...
WE 98

Wine Enthusiast, May 2013

A great wine that is just starting out. The high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend gives the structured, black currant character. Dark chocolate and layers of wood are forward, revealing how young the wine is...
WS 98

Wine Spectator, January 2014

Liquid velvet, with stunning length and a caressing mouthfeel, as layers of creamed plum, blackberry coulis and steeped black currant fruit glides along, seamlessly intertwined with black tea, mulled blood orange, incense...
VN 97

Vinous, September 2023

The 2010 Château Margaux continues to deliver the goods, but like the 2005, it is a wine that demands patience. Backward on the nose, this vintage offers black fruit, crushed violet petals and mint, graphite and cedar...
NM 96

Neal Martin's Wine Journal, March 2014

96+ Tasted blind at the Southwold Bordeaux 2010 tasting. The Chateau Margaux 2010 is more open and generous than its peers with sumptuous red and black fruit: dark cherries, juniper berries, dried herbs and undergrowth...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Margaux
Vintage 2010
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13%
Closure Cork

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.

Since the 17th Century, the grand vin of Chateau Margaux has been recognized as one of the greatest wines in the entire world. It owes its unique qualities to the genius of its terroir as well as to the passionate work of a succession of generations. It’s a remarkable wine that comes from a combination of characteristics that are only rarely found: finesse, elegance, complexity, density, intensity, length and freshness. Although its tannic concentration may be exceptional, it’s rare to detect astringency.

The great vintages are distinguished by their formidable ability to move us, while the lesser vintages give pleasure to wine enthusiasts. Chateau Margaux has an extraordinary ability to evolve with age, developing finesse, aromatic aromatic complexity, and a remarkable presence on the palate.

The 2010 Chateau Margaux is a truly exceptional Bordeaux Blend that hails from the renowned Margaux region of France. With its deep garnet color, this wine exudes elegance and sophistication from the moment it is poured into the glass.

On the nose, the aromas are complex and alluring. Scents of minted blackcurrants, new leather, and Black Forest cake mingle with nuances of sautéed herbs, tar, underbrush, and wild fungi. A waft of cedar adds a touch of sophistication.

The palate is full-bodied and boasts a rock-solid structure of firm, grainy tannins. The bold freshness of the wine supports the taut, muscular fruit, creating a harmonious and balanced profile. The flavors of blackberry, cassis, and chocolate take center stage, accompanied by exotic Asian spice notes. This wine showcases amazing purity and elegance, especially considering its concentration and power.

With an alcohol percentage of 13.0%, the 2010 Chateau Margaux is a wine that demands attention and respect. It has been highly praised by wine critics across the board, receiving scores of 98 and 100 from notable publications such as Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, and James Suckling.

According to Neal Martin's Wine Journal, this wine is more open and generous than its peers, displaying sumptuous red and black fruit flavors such as dark cherries, juniper berries, dried herbs, and undergrowth. The palate is medium-bodied and offers ravishing black fruit with hints of blueberry and cassis. The superb acidity and tension, along with the long, sweet, and sensual finish, make this a deceptively serious wine.

The 2010 Chateau Margaux has the potential to age gracefully for many years to come. It is recommended to wait until at least 2020 to fully experience the wine's complexity and beauty. However, if you can't resist the temptation, decanting the wine for a few hours will allow it to fully express its aromas and flavors. This wine truly embodies the essence of Margaux and stands as a testament to the exceptional quality that Chateau Margaux consistently delivers.