2000 Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux, Margaux, Bordeaux

Very dark crimson – looks much bluer than the 1996. Still bluer than the 2004. Savoury, complex, really rather gorgeous nose even if far from the first flush of youth. Sumptuous nose even if on the palate it’s more austere than the nose suggests. Quite grainy tannins on the finish but lovely balance. Very fresh.

Drink 2012 - 2025

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com (October 2015)