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Thomas and I have both had the distinct pleasure of meeting Chateau Margaux winemaker/director Paul Pontallier, who Parker calls the “consummate professional.” Mr. Pontallier considers the 2004 to be “a revelation”. The articulate Pontallier told Parker it is “neo-classic,” suggesting the sweetness of the tannins and a style that he finds similar to 1996. Only 40% of the crop was included in the final blend (78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, and 4% Petit Verdot).
Wine Enthusiast
If one of 2004’s enduring characteristics is its freshness, then Margaux epitomizes this. It is so deliciously fresh and floating, with great black currant and blueberry fruits, pointed up by spice, mint and a sense of elegance and poise. There’s no doubt about its aging potential either: just feel that heart of firm tannins.
Score: 96.
—Roger Voss,
June
01,
2007.
Wine Spectator
Subtle and complex aromas of crushed raspberry, milk chocolate and cigar box. Full-bodied, silky and refined, with layers of fruit and seductive tannins. Very long. A Margaux with finesse and reserve. Best after 2011
Score: 93.
—James Suckling,
March
31,
2007.
Wine Advocate
The supple-textured 2004 Chateau Margaux is reminiscent of the 2001 or 1999. It exhibits a superb blue/purple color to the rim as well as sweet aromas of flowers, blueberries, creme de cassis, licorice, and smoke, superb fruit intensity, medium body, classic elegance, and silky, sweet tannin in the long finish. This beauty can be drunk now or cellared for two decades or more.
Score: 93.
—Robert Parker,
June
2007.
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