Chateau Dauzac
Margaux Labastide Duzac 2021
| Denomination | AOC Margaux |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Bordeaux (France) |
| Grape varieties | 54% Merlot, 46% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Aging | Aged for 12 months: 45% in French oak barriques (of which 20% new) and 55% in French oak vats. |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Labastide Dauzac Margaux, produced by Chateau Dauzac, is an organic and vegan red wine from the Bordeaux region, in the prestigious Margaux area. This blend combines Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in a dry and balanced flavour profile. On the nose, it reveals an intense bouquet of blackcurrant, violet and cedar, enriched with hints of spice and graphite. On the palate, it is enveloping, supported by dark fruits and fine-grained tannins that merge with well-integrated woody notes. It represents an authentic Bordeaux expression, linked to the prestigious world of Margaux Grand Cru Classé.
Where it comes from
The wine originates in Labarde, near the Gironde estuary, in a terroir characterised by deep gravel outcrops and clay parcels. This specific soil composition enhances the roundness of the Merlot and the natural intensity of the Cabernet Sauvignon. The vineyards, cultivated with a high planting density, benefit from a microclimate moderated by the river, while the surrounding woods and meadows protect the vines from strong ocean winds. This environmental context allows the grapes to reach ideal ripeness, giving the glass an unmistakable structural finesse.
How it is produced
Vineyard management involves double Guyot pruning with shoot thinning to optimise canopy exposure. The manual harvest includes a rigorous selection of bunches, carried out both before and after destemming. In the winery, gravity-fed vinification is used, ensuring an extremely gentle transfer of the musts. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature to extract colour and aromas, followed by twelve months of ageing in vats and French oak barrels, some of which are new. This meticulous process shapes a silky tannic texture and guarantees a finish of great elegance.
History and Curiosities
Produced near the Gironde estuary, Labastide Dauzac Margaux embodies the excellence of the historic 1855 classification. The 2021 vintage, the result of meticulous management following a mild and rainy winter, is an organic and vegan wine of irresistible charm. The careful manual harvest and gravity-fed vinification enhance the fruity notes of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, while 12 months of ageing in French oak impart silky tannins and an enveloping softness, offering an experience of pure refinement.
Awards
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2021
87/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2021
90/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
87/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
| Name | Chateau Dauzac Margaux Labastide Dauzac 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Margaux AOC |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 54% Merlot, 46% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Vendor | Chateau Dauzac |
| Story | History and Curiosities Produced near the Gironde estuary, Labastide Dauzac Margaux embodies the excellence of the historic 1855 classification. The 2021 vintage, the result of meticulous management following a mild and rainy winter, is an organic and vegan wine of irresistible charm. The careful manual harvest and gravity-fed vinification enhance the fruity notes of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, while 12 months of ageing in French oak impart silky tannins and an enveloping softness, offering an experience of pure refinement. |
| Origin | Labarde, Margaux, near the Gironde estuary |
| Climate | Oceanic (maritime) |
| Soil composition | Affioramenti di ghiaie profonde; parcelle ghiaiose a prevalenza argillosa |
| Cultivation system | Double Guyot with shoot thinning |
| Plants per hectare | 10.000 piante per ettaro |
| Fermentation temperature | 28°C |
| Production technique | Gravity flow winemaking (gravity filling of tanks) |
| Wine making | Gravity filling of the tanks to feed the fermentation room. |
| Aging | Aged for 12 months: 45% in French oak barriques (of which 20% new) and 55% in French oak vats. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |