Château Margaux 2024 | Margaux
Cabernet Sauvignon 93 %, Merlot 5 %, Petit Verdot 1 %, Cabernet Franc 1 %
Vinous (Neal Martin) 94-96
Representing 46% of the total crop (a little higher than recent years due to higher yields in the best Cabernet blocks), the 2024 Château Margaux contains slightly less Merlot (5%). It has a sophisticated bouquet in the context of the growing season, with black fruit, pressed violet and hints of pencil box that almost lend a Pauillac-like allure. Very fine delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and modest depth. This is clearly a leaner Château Margaux compared to, say, the 2020 or 2022, but it is razor-sharp with superb tension and mineralité. Unapologetically classic in style with modest length, this noble First Growth will benefit from four to five years in bottle.
La RVF 96-97, Jane Anson 96, Falstaff 95, Vinous (N. Martin) 94-96, Jeb Dunnuck 94-96, Alexandre Ma 96-97, Jeff Leve 95-97, Vinum 96-98, Le Figaro 95-97, Yves Beck 96-97, James Suckling 97-98
Drink: 2030-2055