Vintus

Château Margaux 2003, 1st Growth of Margaux

A wine of concentration, as was expected, but also of great purity and freshness. A mingling of the berry, floral and slightly spicy notes come through on the nose in this very complex wine. And as for the body, the low yields and heat, combined with the excellence of the press wine, have resulted in extraordinary density, depth and length. An atypical year that has given birth to a great Château Margaux.

“Am I being too stingy with the 2003 Chateau Margaux? A wine of extraordinary complexity and intensity, it reveals a deep purple color, a style not unlike the 1990 Margaux (possibly even more concentrated), a velvety texture, and notes of spring flowers interwoven with camphor, melted licorice, creme de cassis, and pain grille. Not a blockbuster, it offers extraordinary intensity as well as a surreal delicacy/lightness.” 99 Wine Advocate, April 2006

“Ultraconcentrated, with layers and layers of fruit and superfine tannins. Plenty of fruit, mineral and meat character. Full-bodied yet refined and classy, it coats your palate with gorgeous fruit and ripe tannins. Truly superb. One of the wines of the vintage.” 98 Wine Spectator, March 2006