Classification | |
Type | Rouge |
Marque | Chateau du Tertre |
Millésime | 2014 |
Pays | France |
Région | Bordeaux, Margaux |
Raisin | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend |
Volume | |
État | Parfait |
Étiquette | Parfait |
Stock | 0 |
The 2014 Du Tertre has a light blackberry and raspberry scented bouquet with a noticeable undergrowth element that I was not anticipating. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin. There is not enormous weight or body here, but it is certainly balanced with neatly integrated oak towards the poised finish. Probably an earlier-drinking Margaux to enjoy over the next 10-12 years. Maybe I was just expecting a little more substance in view of its showing in barrel, nevertheless it is still a respectable 2014 from Alexandre van Beek and his team.
A little bit shy on the nose, but the balance of good concentration and powdery tannins creates a creamy impression that extends through the long finish — one that’s already smooth enough to give a lot of pleasure.