{"product_id":"2019-chateau-margaux-pavillon-rouge","title":"2019 Château Margaux Pavillon Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003ePavillon Rouge du Château Margaux 2019 is widely regarded as one of the standout second wines of the vintage in Bordeaux, offering a remarkably pure expression of this legendary estate’s style. Crafted from 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc, it captures much of the grandeur of the grand vin in a slightly more approachable frame. Refined yet powerful, it is a wine that belongs in any serious Bordeaux collection and is already drawing high praise from critics, including 95 points from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2019 Pavillon Rouge shows a deep, radiant ruby color with a youthful, almost translucent edge that hints at both concentration and finesse. The nose opens gracefully with layered aromas of ripe blackberries, raspberries and dark plums, interwoven with rose petals, violets, cedarwood and a subtle pencil-shaving minerality that is so typical of great Margaux. Hints of sweet spice and fine tobacco emerge with air, adding further complexity.\n\nOn the palate, this is medium to full-bodied, silky and poised, with that hallmark Château Margaux elegance. The fruit is pure and finely etched—red and black berries wrapped in velvety tannins and supported by fresh, vibrant acidity. Delicate notes of graphite, cedar, and gentle baking spice echo through the mid-palate, leading to a long, focused, and penetrating finish. While already seductive in its youth, the structure and balance suggest excellent aging potential; it should evolve beautifully over 12–20 years, gaining further depth, complexity and aromatic nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes for Pavillon Rouge 2019 come from the historic vineyards of Château Margaux, in the heart of the Margaux appellation on Bordeaux’s Left Bank. Here, the terroir is a classic mix of deep, well-drained gravel over limestone and clay, ideal for Cabernet Sauvignon and perfectly suited to producing wines of perfume and finesse. Vineyard work is meticulous, with careful canopy management and hand-harvesting parcel by parcel at optimal ripeness. Only the lots that do not make it into the grand vin, yet still meet the estate’s strict quality criteria, are selected for Pavillon Rouge. Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled vats, with gentle extraction to preserve finesse and aromatic purity, followed by élevage in French oak barrels (a significant proportion new), where the wine is aged and refined before blending and bottling at the château.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePavillon Rouge 2019 shines at the table with refined yet flavorful dishes. Think classic roast lamb with herbs, beef tenderloin, duck breast, or veal with a truffle jus; it also works beautifully with game birds, mushroom-based dishes and aged hard cheeses such as Comté, Mimolette or mature Gouda. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its aromatic complexity and silkiness. Young bottles will benefit from 1–2 hours in a decanter to open up the bouquet and soften the tannins slightly, while more mature bottles may only need a gentle splash decant to remove any sediment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Margaux is one of the most illustrious names in the wine world and a benchmark for the Margaux appellation and all of Bordeaux. Classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé in the historic 1855 Classification, the estate has long been celebrated for producing wines of unparalleled grace, perfume and longevity. The property encompasses around 82 hectares planted to red varieties—primarily Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Petit Verdot and a touch of Cabernet Franc—and 12 hectares of Sauvignon Blanc for its renowned white wine. Over the centuries, Château Margaux has consistently ranked among the finest estates on the Left Bank, earning global acclaim for its unwavering commitment to quality, its meticulous vineyard management, and its role in defining the elegant, finely structured style that has made Margaux wines famous worldwide. Pavillon Rouge, the château’s second wine, benefits directly from this heritage, offering access to the signature Château Margaux character in a more immediately accessible form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Margaux","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251836080465,"sku":"GCW-MMUI-19003","price":245.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2019_Chteau_Margaux_Pavillon_Rouge.png?v=1783441742","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2019-chateau-margaux-pavillon-rouge","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}