1964
1964
1964
The 1964 vintage left its mark on the Bordeaux wine region: those who had finished harvesting before the rain felt vindicated in their habit of picking early; those who harvested afterward swore they would never be caught out again… This great fear led many winegrowers to bring forward the start of harvests for years to come—perhaps explaining why certain vintages like 1970 and 1975, harvested in haste, proved somewhat disappointing.
At Château Margaux that year, we rushed slowly... About half of the crop was harvested before the rain, the other half, unfortunately and painfully, in the rain. Château Margaux 1964 bears the mark of this mixed parentage: it is a very good wine, but could have been a great one.
Today, it displays a fine, deep, complex bouquet. Fairly long on the palate, it lacks a little density and flesh, but finishes with great freshness and elegance. To be enjoyed now. (February 2025)
Climate
After an early flowering, the summer was very favourable, with hot, dry weather. September was particularly hot, which allowed the grapes to reach an excellent level of ripeness. But as from 5th October, it did not stop raining for three weeks... (The picking began 21st September)
The 1964 vintage left its mark on the Bordeaux wine region: those who had finished harvesting before the rain felt vindicated in their habit of picking early; those who harvested afterward swore they would never be caught out again… This great fear led many winegrowers to bring forward the start of harvests for years to come—perhaps explaining why certain vintages like 1970 and 1975, harvested in haste, proved somewhat disappointing.
At Château Margaux that year, we rushed slowly... About half of the crop was harvested before the rain, the other half, unfortunately and painfully, in the rain. Château Margaux 1964 bears the mark of this mixed parentage: it is a very good wine, but could have been a great one.
Today, it displays a fine, deep, complex bouquet. Fairly long on the palate, it lacks a little density and flesh, but finishes with great freshness and elegance. To be enjoyed now. (February 2025)
Climate
After an early flowering, the summer was very favourable, with hot, dry weather. September was particularly hot, which allowed the grapes to reach an excellent level of ripeness. But as from 5th October, it did not stop raining for three weeks... (The picking began 21st September)
Service & tasting
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Service & tasting
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