Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux, Margaux, 2005
This is the most concentrated Pavillon Rouge ever made, analytically highest in alcohol (14%) and tannin, and the closest in style to the Grand Vin. An even blend of 48% each of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with the remainder made up of Petit Verdot, it exhibits great power on the nose and through onto the palate. Very deep, smooth and elegant on the nose, with lots of raspberry and cherry fruit and a glycerol edge; very pure and quite tight on the palate, good concentration and a creamy texture, lush red fruit and gripping tannins. A rousing, wondrous glass.
critic reviews
The 2005 Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux was the first vintage that touched 14% alcohol, and apparently the late Paul Pontallier was pessimistic about its prospect. It has a lovely nose with savoury red fruit and brown spices, a little ferrous in style but certainly fresh and enticing. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly dry and “furry” tannins. Fully mature with good weight, it sports a slightly menthol-tinged finish. It is well worth popping those corks on this Second Wine now.
Stylish and pure, the 2005 Pavillon Rouge du Chateau Margaux is soft and round, with a deep ruby color, silky tannins, medium body and a lush, seductive mouthfeel. It is drinking well already and should continue to do so for another 8-10 years.
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