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  • Country ranking ?

    1 012
  • Producer ranking ?

    57
  • Decanting time

    1h30min
  • When to drink

    now to 2035
  • Food Pairing

    Butterflied leg of lamb

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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...

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Wine Information

This vintage is an example of something rare in those times: a successful late-ripening year. Unfortunately, coming so soon after the extraordinary 1961, this very fine wine was a little overshadowed. Château Margaux 1962 is, after 1961 and perhaps before 1966, one of the best vintages of the 1960s, though it is true that the decade included many lesser vintages. It is a fleshy wine, well balanced, rich and mature; very pleasant to drink today...

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Vintage 1962

Bordeaux Vintage Report by Tb / If 1962 was also a fabulous year, it fell irrevocably in the shadow of 1961. The cold winter, with its biting frosts, allowed the vines to get a well-deserved rest after their hard work in 1961. The growing season started three weeks late. When the vines finally sprouted in mid-June, the weather improved. Toward fall, the weather warmed measurably, with the resulting drought ultimately having a negative impact o...

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Average Bottle Price

2024 2020 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2005 2000
599€ +17.2% 511€ +22.8% 416€ +36.8% 304€ +5.2% 289€ -4.0% 301€ -18.0% 367€ +73.9% 211€ +88.4% 112€ +27.3% 88€

This data comes from the FINE Auction Index, a composite of average prices for wines sold at commercial auctions in 20 countries. The average prices from each year have been collected since 1990. This chart plots the index value of the average price of the wines.

Tasting note

color

Medium, Brick red and Bright

ending

Medium, Extensive and Gentle

flavors

Voluptuous, Blackcurrant, Vegetal, Cherry, Plum and Cedar

nose

Intense, Complex, Seductive and Generous

recommend

Yes

taste

Low in Acidity, Low alcohol content, Low tannin, Complex, Developing, Medium-bodied, Elegant, Rich, Full and Medium-Dry

Verdict

Sophisticated and Well-rounded

Written Notes

The 1962 Chateau Margaux sports a deep garnet color, edged with a subtle brick hue that underscores its venerable age.

The nose is intensely aromatic, showcasing a sophisticated blend of dried black cherry and fig, overlaid with rich layers of cigar box, leather, and a hint of forest floor. Floral notes of dried rose petals add a delicate contrast to the deeper, earthy elements.

On the palate, the wine is elegantly structured, offering a silky, mature texture. The fruit has evolved into complex flavors of dried berries and plum, beautifully intertwined with nuances of truffle, old leather, and spice. The acidity is well-integrated, providing a fresh counterpoint to the wine's richness, ensuring balance and depth.

The finish is long and nuanced, leaving a lasting impression of fine tobacco, cedar, and a subtle mineral streak that speaks to its Margaux terroir.

This vintage quite often offers a complex, multilayered experience that celebrates the depth and refinement of well-aged Bordeaux. Now at a peak of maturity, it presents a rare and rewarding tasting opportunity at the very decent price.

  • 95p

This vintage is an example of something rare in those times: a successful late-ripening year. Unfortunately, coming so soon after the extraordinary 1961, this very fine wine was a little overshadowed. Château Margaux 1962 is, after 1961 and perhaps before 1966, one of the best vintages of the 1960s, though it is true that the decade included many lesser vintages. It is a fleshy wine, well balanced, rich and mature; very pleasant to drink today. The magnums have kept a distinct freshness compared with the bottles.

A wonderful wine with the true Margaux-character. The colour in a bright ruby red with slightly brick red hue. The nose is very elegant with a lot of finesse, the true Château Margaux perfume, aroma reminiscent of roasted chestnuts, balmy spices, elegant fruit. On the palate perfectly balanced with persistent finish, a wonderful bottle close to perfection and better than the vintage would have suggested. Silky tannins, hints of sweetness and excellent length without being really powerful.

  • 98p
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Information

Origin

Margaux, Bordeaux

Vintage Quality

Above Average

Value For Money

Poor

Investment potential

Below Average

Fake factory

None

Glass time

1h
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