Château Cantenac Brown 2011, Margaux 3° Grand Cru Classé - MAGNUM - Parker 87
€132.00
(€88.00 l)
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Refined Margaux with notes of dark fruits, spice, and fine oak, offering silky tannins and great elegance on the palate.
Château Cantenac Brown 2011 - Margaux 3ᵉ Grand Cru Classé
Origine & Élaboration
Château Cantenac Brown is a wine estate located in Margaux, in the Médoc region. The 2011 vintage is made from a blend of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon and 33% Merlot.
Wine profile
- Colour : Garnet red with ruby highlights.
- Nose : Aromas of ripe black fruit (blackcurrant, blackberry), raspberry, liquorice, spices and noble wood.
- Palate: Supple, round attack, with a firm, fine tannic structure. The balance between acidity and fruit is remarkable, offering a velvety texture and good length.
- Finish: Persistent, with hints of dark chocolate and toasted wood.
Notes & Ratings
- Wine Enthusiast: 94/100
- Wine Spectator: 90/100
- Gault & Millau: 16/20
- La Revue du Vin de France (RVF): 16/20
- Bettane & Desseauve: 15/20
Wine & Food Pairings
This Château Cantenac Brown 2011 goes perfectly with :
- Rack of lamb in a herb crust
- Tournedos Rossini
- Duck breast with pepper
- Platter of mature cheeses
Serving temperature
We recommend serving this wine at a temperature of between 16 and 18°C to fully appreciate its aromas and structure.
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Data sheet
| Volume | 1,5l |
| Vintage | 2011 |
| Alcohol | 13,5° |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites. |
| Packing | OWC 6 bottles |
| Vines | Cabernet Sauvignon 67%, Merlot 33% |
| Storage advice | Great cellaring potential |
| Consumption guidelines | Drink between 16 and 18°C. |
| Taste | Dry |
| Producer | Château Cantenac Brown, Lieu-dit Margaux, 33460 Cantenac, France |
| Bottling | Mis en bouteille au Château |
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