Alexis Lichine

Margaux AOP

Margaux

SOIL
Gravel, clay-calcareous and clay-gravel.

 

GRAPE VARIETIES
70% Cabernet-Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 5% Malbec and 5% Petit Verdot.

 

VINIFICATION
After the grapes are picked by hand, the wine is vinified traditionally in steel vats at a temperature maintained between 28 and 34°C to encourage the aromas. The wine is pumped over twice a day, with or without aeration. Maceration lasts between 4 and 5 weeks. The wine is then aged in new French oak barrels for 12 months.

 

LOCATION
Margaux is sheltered in the heart of the Médoc vineyard like a jewel protected in its velvet case. Margaux, meaning “pearl” in ancient Greek, is reputed to be the most feminine of Médoc wines because of its delicate nature and unrivalled charm.

 

 

Tasting notes :

 

COLOUR
A deep ruby red with brick red tints

 

BOUQUET
An intense bouquet of blackcurrants, black cherries, vanilla and prunes.

 

TASTE
It reveals a full body on the palate. Its tannins are powerful and round with a long, fruity and spicy finish. Serving suggestion: Young, this wine can be served with barbecued meats and spicy dishes. Older, it goes perfectly with feathered game and meat stews.

 

SERVING TEMPERATURE
16 to 18 °C

 

CELLAR POTENTIAL
1 to 6 years.

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