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 2020 Chateau Margaux Bordeaux Blend is a highly esteemed wine from the Bordeaux region of France. This wine is produced by Chateau Margaux and features a blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot, and 1% Cabernet Franc. It boasts an alcohol content of 13.5% and is sealed with a traditional cork closure.

This vintage has drawn significant praise from a variety of professional reviewers. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded it 97 points, highlighting its "terrific tension, beautifully refined tannins, and a long, penetrating finish." William Kelley of the publication described it as a "vibrant, dynamic Margaux that stands out as the most classically proportioned wine of the 2018, 2019, and 2020 trio."

Jeb Dunnuck also rated the wine 97 points, praising its "remarkable purity as well as flawless balance." He noted the wine’s "full-bodied aromas and flavors of ripe currants, blueberries, acacia flowers, crushed stone, and sandalwood." Dunnuck concluded by saying, "It's going to flirt with perfection in 7-8 years and evolve for 50-75 years."

Jeff Leve from TheWineCellarInsider.com gave the 2020 Chateau Margaux an impressive 99 points. He highlighted the wine's "elegance, silkiness in the tannins, and the purity in the fruits." Leve described it as "velvety, creamy, fresh, long, and rich," with a finish that is "seamless."

Decanter also awarded the wine 99 points, calling it an "effortless Margaux that’s a clear success in 2020." They described the wine as "smooth and graceful on the palate, silky yet rich too, deepening in layers."

James Suckling offered the highest praise, giving the wine a perfect score of 100 points. He noted its "gorgeous aromas of dark plums and violets" and its "incredible polish and structure."

Vinous rated it 98 points, describing it as having a "compelling bouquet with blackberry, crushed stone, pressed violet, and a light petrichor scent." Neal Martin of Vinous noted its "wonderful balance" and "mesmerizing symmetry."

Wine Enthusiast and The Wine Independent both rated the wine at 98 and 99 points, respectively. Roger Voss of Wine Enthusiast noted its "complexity and bold black fruits," while Lisa Perrotti-Brown of The Wine Independent highlighted its "satiny smooth, vibrant, and energetic" palate.

Overall, the 2020 Chateau Margaux is a critically acclaimed wine, noted for its balance, complexity, and aging potential.