Premier Cru Classe Bordeaux at Margaux AOC, estate founded 1572, now owned by the Mentzelopoulos family. Cabernet-dominant blends with 18 to 24 months in new oak barrel ageing.
Tasting: By appointment only, Monday to Friday; closed weekends, August, public holidays and harvest. Tasting for professionals only.
Signature wines: Château Margaux, Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux, Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux
Scores: Wine Advocate 100 (2016), Wine Advocate 100 (2015)
Margaux third growth frequently outperforming its classification; 66 hectares certified 100% biodynamic since 2017. Thomas Duroux managing director since 2004.
Tasting: Visits by appointment.
Signature wines: Château Palmer, Alter Ego de Palmer
Scores: Wine Advocate 100 (2009), Wine Advocate 100 (1961)
Margaux third growth achieving full Demeter biodynamic certification across all 66 hectares in 2017, making it the largest biodynamic classified growth in the Medoc.
Chateau Palmer's biodynamic conversion eliminated sulfur additions at crushing and reduced total sulfite levels significantly. Native yeasts and the biodynamic preparation programme contribute to wine stability without conventional sulfite additions at harvest.
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