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Margaux 2012

750 ml Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot Bordeaux, France 2012

Margaux 2012 is a dry, full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Margaux, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork. Cheapest offer £525.00 at Hedonism Wines.

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Taste profile
inferred · confidence 0.5
sweetness
1 / 5
dry
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
body
4 / 5
full
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior · Margaux rule
tannin
4 / 5
firm
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior · Margaux rule
acidity
4 / 5
fresh
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
oak
4 / 5
noticeable
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
Estimates by WineGenie, not the merchant's or a critic's words. Built from the grape's typical profile, the appellation, terms in the name and the merchant's description. How this works.
Facts
Style
Full, structured reds
rules-v1
Colour
Red
inferred from Margaux
Origin
Margaux · Bordeaux · France
inferred from Margaux
Grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
lexicon
ABV
not stated by merchant
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Farming
not stated
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Vegan
not stated
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Critic score
none
merchant feed
Drinking window
not stated
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Decant
not stated
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Food
steaklambroast chickenroast porkbolognese
inferred from grape and style
Occasions
dinner party · steak night · gift · special occasion
inferred
About Cabernet Sauvignon
Typical aromas: blackcurrant, black cherry, cedar, mint, green bell pepper when unripe. Serve at 16–18 °C. Grape page.
knowledge base
Typical for Cabernet Sauvignon · knowledge base
Sweetness
bone dryluscious
dry · 1/5
Body
lightfull
very full · 5/5
Tannin
lowhigh
very firm · 5/5
Acidity
lowhigh
fresh · 4/5
Oak
noneheavy
noticeable · 4/5
Alcohol
lowhigh
moderate-high · 4/5
Typical for the variety; not a measurement of this bottle.
Similar wines · by structure and price
WineVintageGrapeStyleSweetBodyScoreFrom
Margaux 2006
Château Margaux · Bordeaux
2006Cabernet Sauvignon, MerlotFull, structured reds—£550.00
Segla Margaux Château SéglaNVCabernet Sauvignon, MerlotFull, structured reds—£497.99
Château Margaux 2020
Château Margaux · Bordeaux
2020Cabernet Sauvignon, MerlotFull, structured reds—£495.40
Margaux 1988
Château Margaux · Bordeaux
1988Cabernet Sauvignon, MerlotFull, structured reds—£570.00
Merchant's description

Château Margaux 2012 presents a blend primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, with notable contributions from Merlot. It displays a dense ruby hue indicative of its maturity. The nose reveals a bouquet of ripe blackberries and cassis, alongside subtle floral notes. On the palate, it features moderate tannins and a cohesive mouthfeel, suggesting complexity and depth. This vintage was crafted with 33% of the estate`s harvest. Château Margaux has a storied history dating back to the 16th century, known for its meticulous vineyard management and commitment to quality. Anticipated maturity. 2025-2040.

Other vintages of Margaux we list
1925£1350.001945£3500.001961£2000.001963£1270.001964£500.001967£425.001969£400.001970£300.001971£300.001972£275.001976£375.001978£475.00
The same wine in a different year. Vintages differ; our taste profile is derived per vintage only where the merchant's text differs.
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