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Wine Description
The Story
Since the 17th Century, the first wine of Château Margaux has been recognised as being one of the greatest wines in the entire world. It owes its unique qualities to the genius of its terroir as well as to the passionate work of a succession of generations. It’s a remarkable wine that comes from a combination of characteristics that are only rarely found: finesse, elegance, complexity, density, intensity, length and freshness. Although its tan...
Wine Information
1921 was an especially great year for the wines of Sauternes. For the red wines in general, it was a fine vintage, with elegant and well structured wines, since the harvest was of modest volume. The bottles of Château Margaux can still be surprisingly good. Even though the wine is starting to tire, its great finesse is still perceptible.
Weather
Exceptionally high temperatures were recorded during the harvest this year and caused great pro...
Vintage 1921
The weather conditions in Bordeaux during the 1921 growing season were instrumental in shaping the extraordinary character of the vintage. The year began with a mild winter, followed by a warm and dry spring. Summer brought ideal conditions, with consistent sunshine and warm temperatures, allowing the grapes to ripen fully. The harvest took place under clear skies, resulting in grapes of exceptional quality.
Bordeaux 1921 Reds: The best red...
