1977
1977
1977
This vintage, despite its mediocre reputation, produced a wine of surprising finesse and concentration at Château Margaux. This success is undoubtedly partly due to the vineyard's very low yield, but also to the joint involvement of André Mentzelopoulos—who took over the reins of the estate in July—and oenologist Émile Peynaud, whom he called upon his arrival to provide his invaluable advice during vinification and blending.
The colour is stunning, still very dark for the vintage. The bouquet is well developed, fine, complex and moderately rich. On the palate, it is quite smooth, not very powerful, finishing on a slightly firm note. It should be enjoyed now; the wine will not improve further though it can be kept for a few more years. (February 2025)
Climate
A sharp frost at Easter reduced the crop size, which was already small. The summer months were cool and wet. Fortunately, in September and October, the weather greatly improved, which allowed us to harvest reasonably ripe grapes late, but in good conditions. (The picking began 10th October)
This vintage, despite its mediocre reputation, produced a wine of surprising finesse and concentration at Château Margaux. This success is undoubtedly partly due to the vineyard's very low yield, but also to the joint involvement of André Mentzelopoulos—who took over the reins of the estate in July—and oenologist Émile Peynaud, whom he called upon his arrival to provide his invaluable advice during vinification and blending.
The colour is stunning, still very dark for the vintage. The bouquet is well developed, fine, complex and moderately rich. On the palate, it is quite smooth, not very powerful, finishing on a slightly firm note. It should be enjoyed now; the wine will not improve further though it can be kept for a few more years. (February 2025)
Climate
A sharp frost at Easter reduced the crop size, which was already small. The summer months were cool and wet. Fortunately, in September and October, the weather greatly improved, which allowed us to harvest reasonably ripe grapes late, but in good conditions. (The picking began 10th October)
Service & tasting
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Service & tasting
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