2001 Pavillon Rouge du Ch Margaux (Ex Chateau 2017)
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The 2001 Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux has held up nicely over the past two decades. Brambly red fruit features on the nose, along with touches of undergrowth and rose petal, and orange peel percolates up with aeration in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with gentle, pliant tannins. Soft in texture, maybe, yet well balanced and fresh with a graceful raspberry and cranberry finish, this Deuxième Vin continues to give pleasure.
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Lightish red. Quite evolved – nicely balanced in minor key. Margaux delicacy but no great ambition. (JR)
Excellent balance along with copious quantities of sweet black cherry and cassis fruit are found in the 2001 Pavillon Rouge du Chateau Margaux. Light to medium-bodied, with a style similar to its bigger sister, but neither the concentration nor length, it should be enjoyed over the next 7-8 years.
Relatively light nose, but very appetising on the palate. Nice, fresh tannins. Good texture. Sweetish and charming. Well delineated. Neat, fresh acidity. Another relatively lightweight wine from this property. (JR)
About the producer
Ch. Margaux is one of Bordeaux’s most historic and famous estates. The only classified First Growth in Margaux, it epitomises the appellation’s elegance, while producing wines with fantastic ageing potential.