| Brand | Château Margaux |
| Appellation | Bordeaux, France |
| Vintage | 1983-2018 |
| Oak Treatment | French oak |
| Aging | Around 21 months / 12.5-13.5% abv |
| Total Varietal Composition % | Cabernet sauvignon, merlot, petit verdot, and cabernet franc |
Product details
Château Margaux 1983–2018 Collection brings together 36 bottles of the Grand Vin from across more than three decades, offering a remarkable opportunity to explore the evolution of one of Bordeaux’s most historic estates. Recognised among the world’s great estates since the 17th century, Château Margaux is defined by its distinctive Margaux terroir, rigorous selection, and a long-standing commitment to precision and balance. The Grand Vin is traditionally led by Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, with each vintage reflecting the conditions of its growing season. The estate selects only a portion of the harvest for the Grand Vin, while extended maturation in new French oak contributes structure and refinement. Across the collection, the individual vintages reveal how the character of Château Margaux develops over time while retaining the estate’s signature combination of finesse, elegance, structure, and length.
The collection reveals a wide spectrum of vintage character. Château Margaux 1983 has developed into a rich, complex, and mature expression, with great power balanced by remarkable freshness. The 1984 vintage initially showed a more austere and firm character, while bottle development has softened its tannins, and it is now described by the estate as being at its peak. At the other end of the collection, Château Margaux 2017 is deep, complex, intense, and long, with a structure combining power and refinement. The 2018 vintage is notably concentrated, with exceptional tannin levels that provide remarkable length without adding aggressiveness. Across the 36-vintage collection, these verified notes illustrate the evolution of Château Margaux from mature complexity and freshness to the concentration, structure, and youthful power of later vintages.
