2016 Chateau Dauzac Margaux
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Powerful and structured, worthy of aging, a wine that comes from one of the most reputable appellations in the world, listed in the most important wine classification, a wine with high accolades from some of the most important critics in the world, that is our 2016 Chateau Dauzac Margaux!
The story behind Château Dauzac is really intriguing. The Château dates from 1190, when Pétrus d'Auzac inherited these lands from Richard I, King of England. Over the years, the superb wines from Dauzac began to acquire an excellent reputation, becoming one of the favorites of the aristocracy; This led them to be recognized as 5th Growth Grand Cru Classe in the Official Bordeaux Classification of 1855.
Later in 1924, the Château passed into the hands of the same owners of the 2nd Growth Ducru-Beaucaillou. It was thanks to this family that Château Dauzac adopted the yellow color on its labels, a strong identity that is preserved to this day.
Throughout history, Château Dauzac has passed through different owners, from French businessmen to insurance companies; It is important to note that all of them have achieved important strides within the vineyard, winemaking, and cellar. All these efforts are clearly shown in the result of the outstanding wines that are produced at Château Dauzac to this day. As of 2020, it became the property of the successful French businessman, Christian Roulleau.
The Dauzac vineyard is made up of more than 120 acres, of which 111 have the Margaux appellation and the rest have the Haut-Médoc appellation. The vineyards are mostly made up of Cab Sauvignon, followed by Merlot and Petit Verdot. Château Dauzac has started to implement biodynamic principles, in addition to highly integrated agriculture and organic practices.
Éric Boissenot is the Rockstar wine consultant behind the 2016 Chateau Dauzac Margaux. Eric consults at forty of the 1855 Classified estates including Lafite,Margaux, Latour, Mouton Rothschild, Leoville Las Cases, and Ducru Beaucaillou.
Aging: 15 months in 100% French Oak Barrels, 65% new.
At A Glance
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Region:
- Bordeaux
- Size:
- 750ml
TASTING NOTES
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71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot. The 2016 vintage is extremely rich and precise without being excessive, revealing bright fruit and a dense and complex raw material. The high percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend gives it an exceptional acidity/alcohol balance that is an indication of a great vintage. Pair this wine with white meat, poultry, red meat, game, cheese.
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