Chateau La Gurgue
Margaux
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Body: Medium
Year: 2016
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Grape Variety: Other Red Blend
Alcohol: 13.0%
Chateau La Gurgue
Margaux
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Body: Medium
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Year: 2016
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon (52%) Merlot (45%) Petit Verdot (3%)
Alcohol: 13.0%
Year: 2016
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon (52%) Merlot (45%) Petit Verdot (3%)
Body: Medium
Alcohol: 13.0%
$79.90 per bottle
Why we think this is a classy wine to drink
The Chateau La Gurgue 2016 is a premium Margaux Cru Bourgeois red from Chateau La Gurgue with vineyards that border famous Chateau Margaux on the beautiful plateau in Curtois. From the amazing 2016 vintage which is rated 98 points by Wine Enthusiast and 97 points by Wine Spectator. The Chateau La Gurgue 2016 is rated 16.5 points by Jancis Robinson. Jancis noting "Mid crimson. Lightish in weight but quite luscious in terms of ripeness. Floral top note. Pretty and Margaux with a light touch even if not that dramatic." Suggested ageing potential to 2034.
James Suckling rated the Chateau La Gurgue 2016 at 93 points noting "Tight and chewy with currant and blueberry character. Medium body, a lovely center palate and a subtle finish. Pretty continuation to the 2015."
Serve this Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot Bordeaux blend with lamb and beef dishes, game or strong cheeses.
Awards and Ratings
16.5 points - Jancis Robinson
93 points - James Suckling
91 points - Antonio Galloni
98 point vintage - Wine Enthusiast
97 point vintage - Wine Spectator
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