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Château Marquis d'Alesme 2020

Margaux AOC 3eme Grand Cru Classe

An impressive, 94-96 point Troisième Cru Classé Margaux, made in “a terrific vintage” (Jeb Dunnock). Packed with gloriously rich, ripe fruit, backed by firm tannins and layers of powerful, dark flavour from 18 months in oak, this is very fine. 

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Intense black fruits, full, powerful and very firmly structured

Aroma

Ripe black fruits, damp earth, spice box, floral notes, oak

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

Château Marquis d'Alesme 2020

More information

  • 14.5% ABV
  • 10.88 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2045

Marquis d'Alesme (now Becker) is a very beautiful château, proudly dating back to 1585. For much of the 20th century, it was an underperforming estate, sitting on some of the finest terroir of the Margaux appellation. Some of its vineyards are adjacent to Château Margaux itself. In 2006, Nathalie Perrodo-Samani took ownership, installed a new winemaking team and by 2014, had completed a state-of-the-art cellar too. Despite being one of the smallest Margaux properties, no expense was spared in the new chai – the Perrodo family are aiming for the top. The 2020 is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, all aged in 50% new French oak barrels. Decant two hours before, or ideally cellar - this wine will reward your patience.

"Solid depth of dark fruit, showing blackberry and currant character. Full and powerful" James Suckling
Critic, 94-96pts
Map showing Margaux AOC 3eme Grand Cru Classe
Tasting note information