Margaux
Château Cantenac Brown
2009
- Margaux, Bordeaux
- Grand Cru Classé 1855
This wine is currently at its plateau of maturity, showcasing the classic elegance of Margaux with secondary notes fully integrated.
- 13,5 %Alcohol
- 75 clCapacity
- RougeColor
- FranceCountry
Verkostungsprofil
A regal, full-bodied structure featuring dense, velvety tannins and a persistent, sophisticated balance.
Hauptaromen
- Blackcurrant
- Cedar
- Tobacco leaf
- Graphite
Speisenbegleitung
Herb-Crusted Rack of LambThe savory meat and aromatic herbs perfectly complement the refined tannins and tobacco notes of the wine.
Beef Fillet with TrufflesThe earthy nuances of the black truffle harmonize with the cedar and graphite complexities found in this vintage.
Magret de CanardThe richness of the duck provides the necessary intensity to match the generous fruit core of this classic Margaux.
Hoehepunkt und Lagerung
Ideales Trinkfenster
Reifepotenzial
You are past the peak period (2024) but still within the window until 2035.
Service
17°C
Indicative serving range; adjust based on your cellar and occasion.No decanting needed
This wine can be served on opening; prolonged aeration adds little benefit.Das Weingut
Château Cantenac Brown
Founded in the early 19th century by John Lewis Brown, a Scotsman who left his mark by building a stunning Tudor-style chateau, the estate has always stood as a testament to the intersection of British influence and French viticulture. Over the decades, it has evolved through various ownerships, yet it has consistently maintained its stature within the Margaux appellation as a Grand Cru Classé. The 2009 vintage is widely considered a legendary year for Bordeaux, characterized by an exceptionally warm and sunny growing season. For Cantenac Brown, this year allowed the Cabernet Sauvignon to achieve perfect phenolic ripeness, resulting in a wine of profound depth, opulence, and an enduring complexity that captures the unique terroir of the Left Bank.
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