Chateau Marquis d'Alesme 2015

The complexity and refinement of a Margaux Grand Cru Classe

The estate

Since 1616, Chateau Marquis d'Alesme has tended to an exceptional terroir in the heart of the Bordeaux region. Combining exoticism and classicism, Chateau Marquis d'Alesme is a land of culture and passion that produces fine Margaux wines.

The vineyard

Chateau Marquis d'Alesme manages a 15-hectare vineyard in a plot-by-plot manner. The vineyard, like a garden, is managed with the umost care thanks to the craftsmanship of the chateau's team. The vines are 40 years old on average and are planted on clay-limestone, silica-gravel and silica-marl soils.

The vinification and aging

Hand-picked, the grapes are rigorously sorted in the vineyard and in the cellar. Vinification is carried out in 80 hl truncated wooden and stainless steel vats. Malolactic fermentation in barrels. Aged in French oak barrels (65% new, 35% first-fill barrels) of which 3 months on lees.

The blend

Cabernet Sauvignon (60%)

Merlot (30%)

Cabernet franc (7%)

Petit verdot (3%).

Chateau Marquis d'Alesme 2015: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Color

A beautiful inky color with subtle blue highlights.

Nose

Rich and complex, the nose blends black fruit fragrances with liquorice and smoky notes.

Palate

A lively attack precedes a powerful palate with ripe and elegant tannins.

Cellaring

This Margaux red wine can be kept in the cellar until 2048, enabling it to reveal its full aromatic range.