Chateau La Gurgue Margaux 2015 750ml

The 2015 Chateau La Gurgue Margaux has turned out very nicely. Pliant, forward and supple, the 2015 offers quite a bit of near and medium-term appeal. Sweet red berry, tobacco, menthol, licorice and crushed flowers add nuance that was not evident.

Chateau La Gurgue Margaux is a tiny Margaux property, with just 26 acres in production, producing one of the appellation’s finest-value wines. It was acquired in 1978 by Jacques Merlaut and his daughter Bernadette Villars, who already owned Chateau Chasse-Spleen; since 1993 it has been the property of Bernadette’s daughter Claire Villars-Lurton, who also owns three other Bordeaux chateaux.

A stylish array of chocolate, earth and dark berries leads to a palate that follows in the same vein of flavors with blackberry compote. The finish is cast amid plush, open-knit tannins. Great depth here.

A classic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot, this is a muscular and toned Bordeaux with firm and chewy tannins, polished texture, and a flavorful finish.

Barrel Sample. This Chateau La Gurgue Margaux wine offers fine fruit characteristics and plenty of acidity. It has structure while also reveling in attractive black-currant flavors. The wine is already balanced and will develop well.

A stylish array of chocolate, earth and dark berries leads to a palate that follows in the same vein of flavors with blackberry compote. The finish is cast amid plush, open-knit tannins.

Mulled plum, blackberry, and black cherry fruit glide along with singed vanilla and sandalwood notes. The silky, black tea–infused finish is relatively open-knit, with a light tarry echo for the added spine. Best from 2019 through 2028.

Eye:

ruby ​​plum.

Nose:

Notes of small red fruits and violet.

Mouth:

Excellence finesse and elegance, a good roundness.