1957
1957
1957
In its early years, Château Margaux 1957 was hard and very tannic, but today it impresses with its dark color, imposing structure and disconcerting youth. One almost hesitates to open it, tempted to wait a few more years for the slightly severe tannins on the finish to soften a little further... (February 2025)
Climate
It was a difficult start to the growing season, with some damage from spring frosts. The weather then became satisfactory, but cool, until the harvest. Record high temperatures were registered in October, which saved this late-ripening harvest. (The picking began 4th October)
In its early years, Château Margaux 1957 was hard and very tannic, but today it impresses with its dark color, imposing structure and disconcerting youth. One almost hesitates to open it, tempted to wait a few more years for the slightly severe tannins on the finish to soften a little further... (February 2025)
Climate
It was a difficult start to the growing season, with some damage from spring frosts. The weather then became satisfactory, but cool, until the harvest. Record high temperatures were registered in October, which saved this late-ripening harvest. (The picking began 4th October)
Service & tasting
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Service & tasting
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