2017 Pavillon Blanc de Chateau Margaux, Bordeaux Blanc (6 x Bottle)
A stunning wine that is full of finesse, with depth and concentration. The fruit majors on white peach, apricot and nectarine, slowly building and shot through with grilled spice and mouthwatering acidities. Grip and control throughout, but also generosity and just so much pleasure. I gave this 100 points in bottle and I stand by that now that it is 5 years old. A yield of 20hl/ha. 50 year old vines. 20% new oak. Philippe Bascaules director.
2017 Pavillon Blanc de Chateau Margaux, Bordeaux Blanc (6 x Bottle)
A stunning wine that is full of finesse, with depth and concentration. The fruit majors on white peach, apricot and nectarine, slowly building and shot through with grilled spice and mouthwatering acidities. Grip and control throughout, but also generosity and just so much pleasure. I gave this 100 points in bottle and I stand by that now that it is 5 years old. A yield of 20hl/ha. 50 year old vines. 20% new oak. Philippe Bascaules director.
| Producer | Chateau Margaux |
|---|---|
| Sub-Region | Bordeaux AOC |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Country | France |
| Grape Variety | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Colour | White |
| ABV | 13.00% |
| Style | Medium-Full , Dry , Oaked |
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Robert Parker Wine Advocate
Margaux has a spraying system to combat frost at the Pavillon Blanc vineyard, but they lost a bit of production, with yields finishing at 22 hectoliters per hectare. The nose of the 2017 Pavillon Blanc du Chateau Margaux is a little reticent to begin, giving way to beautiful white peach, grapefruit and lemongrass notes plus hints of mandarin peel, honeysuckle, baking bread and just a waft of ginger. The medium to full-bodied palate is very crisp and super intense, laden with citrus and stone fruit layers, coupled with a lovely satiny texture and plenty of weight without feeling heavy, finishing with incredible length and a lingering mineral note.
93-95 Points
By Lisa Perrotti-Brown / April 2018
Vinous
The 2017 Pavillon Blanc is simply magnificent. Gracious and translucent in the glass, the 2017 is a terrific example of the vintage at its best. The flavors are bright and wonderfully sculpted, with plenty of citrus peel, orchard fruit and crushed rock nuances that develop as the wine builds into its creamy, resonant finish. Pavillon Blanc is the highlight this year at Margaux.
94-97 Points
By Antonio Galloni / May 2018
Vinous
Picked in late August, the 2017 Pavillon Blanc offers an enticing mélange of bright Sauvignon Blanc notes and textural depth, all with the energy that is such a signature of the Blanc. Citrus, orchard fruit, white flowers and crushed rocks are all laced together, but it is the wine's superb balance that stands out most.
96 Points / Drinking 2022 - 2030
By Antonio Galloni / March 2020
Vinous
The 2017 Pavillon Blanc was picked 27 to 31 August. It has a well defined bouquet, but for me less expressive than the previous vintage at the moment with white flowers, Nashi pear and a faint touch of orange rind. The palate is well balanced with a fresh entry that delivers pineapple, white peach and a dash of white pepper. There is impressive energy here, well balanced with a hint of apricot and praline towards the tender finish. Very fine.
92 Points / Drinking 2021 - 2036
By Neal Martin / February 2020