Margaux

Shop Margaux with a strong showing from Bordeaux.

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Margaux questions

What does Margaux wine taste like?

Margaux reds often combine blackcurrant, violet, red berry, cedar, pencil shaving, and tobacco notes. Cabernet Sauvignon is usually central, though Merlot and other permitted Bordeaux grapes can round out the blend. The area's wines are often described as fragrant and refined, with tannin that can be firm yet finely textured.

Is Margaux wine full bodied?

Margaux can be full bodied, particularly in warm vintages, yet it is often valued for perfume and finesse as much as sheer weight. Cabernet Sauvignon gives structure, while Merlot can add flesh and softness. Expect a wine with concentration and tannin, though its texture may seem more graceful than dense or muscular.

What food goes with Margaux wine?

Serve Margaux with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck, venison, or mushroom dishes. Its aromatic character also makes it appealing with herbs such as thyme and rosemary. Younger bottles need protein and some fat to soften tannin. Older wines can pair beautifully with simpler preparations that do not overpower their mature aromas.

Should Margaux be decanted?

A young Margaux can benefit from 30 to 90 minutes of decanting to release aroma and soften its texture. Mature bottles may have sediment, but too much air can cause delicate notes to fade. Stand an older bottle upright, pour gently into a decanter, and taste it soon after opening to judge its evolution.