2013 Pavillon Rouge du Chateau Margaux, Margaux

Vinous 88-91

Freshly cut flowers, sweet red berries and mint meld together in the 2013 Pavillon Rouge. Understated, classy and impeccable, the 2013 stands out for its graceful personality. This is a very pretty, if somewhat light-bodied Pavillon Rouge. At just 21% of the chateau’s total production, the 2013 is also the smallest vintage ever of Pavillon Rouge. The blend is 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc. [Antonio Galloni, 04/01/2014]

Robert Parker 87

The 2013 Pavillon Rouge du Chateau Margaux, which was the smallest production ever at 50,000 bottles, has a breezy, red cherry and strawberry-scented bouquet that is simple but attractive. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly stringy tannin, moderate acidity, with a little chewiness on the finish. Drink over the next 4-6 years. [Neal Martin, 23/03/2016]

Anticipated maturity: 2017-2023