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Château Margaux 1er Grand Cru Classé 1986 - Lot of 1 bottle - 0
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Château Margaux 1er Grand Cru Classé 1986

Black fruitFood-friendly wineICON-WINE

12.5%

0.75L

Intensity

An iron fist in a velvet glove: recognised as one of the greatest wines in the world, the legendary Château Margaux combines perfection with density, refinement and complexity.

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Quantity: 1 bottleObservations: 1 Marked label, 1 Stained label, 1 Vintage difficult to readLevel: 1 NormalOrigin: private individualRecoverable VAT: noRegion: BordeauxAppellation: MargauxClassification: Premier Grand Cru ClasséOwner: SCA du Château Margaux
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Lot presentation

Château Margaux 1er Grand Cru Classé 1986

The wine

Just to mention the name of Château Margaux is enough to make wine lovers tremble. This is a cru with a rare sense of clarity. In its great vintages, it combines the concentration of a Médoc with tannins of immense distinction like no other wine. It is an iron fist in a velvet glove. The nose develops aromas of violet, blackcurrant and blackberry. On the palate it is generous, smooth and completely pure. An iconic wine which should be enjoyed after aging fifteen to thirty five years in the cellar.

About the Producer Château Margaux

Owned by Edward III of England, the Albret and then the Montferrand families, the property served as a military base until 1802, when the Marquis de la Clonilla demolished the fortress to build the residence that stands there today. The architect Louis Combe is responsible for the magnificent building which adorns the Château’s bottles. Until the early 1960s, the wines were usually excellent and sometimes outstanding. As such, the legendary 1900 vintage was one of the most renowned wines of the last century. With the arrival of the Mentzelopoulos family in 1977, and thanks to the talents of Emile Peynaud, the wines have regained their premier grand cru classé quality. 1978 saw the beginning of a succession of extremely impressive vintages. Paul Pontalier who left in 2016 had worked to produce these legendary vintages. Philippe Bascaules, the new Managing Director, will do his utmost to carry on the amazing story. Château Margaux has a single block of vines, mostly planted on gravelly, sometimes clayey soil with a high proportion of limestone. Recent vintages have exceptional aging potential. The estate also produces Pavillon Blanc which is a superb, fruity and concentrated white wine.

Detailed characteristics

Quantity: 1 bottle

Level: 1 NormalObservations: 1 Marked label, 1 Stained label, 1 Vintage difficult to read

Origin: private individual

Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar

Recoverable VAT: no

Original wooden case / Original case: no

French customs seal: yes

Alcohol percentage: 12.5 %

Region: Bordeaux

Appellation: Margaux

Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé

Owner: SCA du Château Margaux

Vintage: 1986

Colour: red

Peak drinking window: drink until 2050

Service temperature: 16°

Viticulture: environmentally friendly More information....

Size (in ha): 78 hectares

Volume: 150000 bottles

Intensity: full-bodied

Leading aroma: black fruit

Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine

Grape variety: Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon
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iDealwine Price Estimate

Château Margaux 1er Grand Cru Classé 1986

The iDealwine Price Estimate(1) is based on auction results, using the hammer price of lots including the buyer's premium for the sale.
(1)Bottle format
Current auction price estimate(1)
Château Margaux 1er Grand Cru Classé 1986
487
901
(year's highest)
365
(year's lowest)
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494,54
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