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Château Margaux 1996 x 6 942
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Closed
27 Nov 2017
Bottle Details
Château Margaux was ranked as one of the original four First Growths (Premier Crus) in the famed 1855 Classification of the Médoc.
The Grand Vin du Château Margaux is made from a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured for 18-24 months in new French oak barrels.
Château Margaux 1996 1er-Cru
One of the most iconic wineries in the world, Château Margaux has been at the forefront of the wine industry since its foundation in 16th Century and even more so since its placement within the top rung of French wines in Napoleon's 1855 Classification. As sought after today as ever it was, Château Margaux is one of a handful of estates whose wines enjoy the utmost global preference.
The 6 bottles come in their original wooden case, previously unopened except for us to check contents and condition, and for lot photography.
Please note there shall be a shipping charge for 6 bottles applied to this lot.
These bottles are in excellent condition: label & foil/wax seal intact; cork/closure secure, no leakage.
Producer
Vintage
1996
ABV
12.5%
Type
Red Wine
Size
6 x 75cl
Closure
Cork
Grape Varietal
Producer
Château Margaux
Château Margaux is a Premier Cru Classé Bordeaux wine estate located in the commune of Margaux, in the Médoc region of France. The estate has a long and distinguished history dating back to the 16th century and has been recognised as one of the world's greatest wine producers for centuries.
Location
33460 Margaux-Cantenac, Bordeaux
Owner
Corinne Mentzelopoulos
Geography
France
France is widely recognized as one of the world's premier wine-producing countries, renowned for its diverse range of wine styles and regions, including Champagne, Bordeaux, and Burgundy.
Primary Varietals
Classification
Premier Grand Cru Classé
Premier Cru Classé is a designation from the 1855 Bordeaux Wine Official Classification, ranking select châteaux in Médoc and Sauternes among the highest quality producers. It signifies exceptional wines with longstanding reputations, subject to strict production standards.
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