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Chateau Margaux 1985

SKU: CHMX198570 UCNZ

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Honour four decades of memories with the perfect 40th gift, a timeless treasure celebrating 40 years of excellence.

Château Margaux 1985 is a benchmark vintage from one of Bordeaux’s most revered First Growths, known for its finesse and aromatic complexity. Nearly four decades of ageing have enhanced its velvety texture, revealing layers of violets, cassis, and cigar box with remarkable freshness.

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Critic Scores

97 // Tom Cannavan

"In Bordeaux, 1985 is my favourite vintage bar none. Yes, '61 may be more legendary, '49 more revered, but I have bought and drunk a lot of '85s over the past 30 years with unfailing success in the wines being both sumptuous and structured, in an immensely pleasurable vintage. This Margaux may be the pinnacle, a heavenly depth of graphite and cedar-touched ripe, but not overripe, black fruits, the lightest nuances of game and vanilla, and just a gorgeous, ethereal Margaux perfume. In the mouth the tannins are now resolved of course, but the fine-grained, supple nature is lovely and the fresh acidity gives this an alert, still energetic character at 33 years of age. Wonderful fruit, again just touched with cedar and game on the palate, but a depth of blackcurrant and edged by black plum and chocolate bittersweet notes. Long, not fading in the glass after an hour, and possibly with substantial time ahead for well-cellared bottles. Tasted 2018."

96 // Adrian van Velsen

"Ripe Bordeaux, lightened edge. The nose is open and very fragrant, many floral aromas dance with smoke and black cherries, behind it the cigar box makes itself known from time to time, a little drug and definitely very playful. Tight and red fruity at the start, seems very fresh and lively despite the clear ripeness, dances on the palate as well as in the nose, shows character and charm, aromatic between red and dark berries, incredibly spicy and with an excellent length in the finish, ends with a fine note of white pepper. Now until 2025+"

95 // Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

"Approaching full maturity, this beautifully sweet Chateau Margaux has a dense plum/purple color and a huge, sweet nose of black currants intermixed with licorice, toast, underbrush, and flowers. Medium to full-bodied with supple tannin and a fleshy, juicy, very succulent and multi-layered mid-palate, this expansive, velvety wine has entered its plateau of maturity, where it should remain (assuming good storage) for at least another 10-15 years. A very delicious, seductive, and opulent Chateau Margaux to drink over the next two decades."

Product Details

Red

1985

Cabernet Blend

Chateau Margaux

Margaux, Bordeaux, France

15 Plus Years

Cork

14.0%

750ml (Bottle)

Available for Purchase

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Description

Château Haut-Brion, the only First Growth from Pessac-Léognan, has been producing world-class wines since the 16th century. The 1985 vintage is a stunning example of its longevity and refinement, offering a beautifully matured expression of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. A warm, balanced growing season resulted in a wine of remarkable harmony, where ripe blackcurrant, cigar box, and earthy tones meld with silky tannins and a persistent finish. A true collector’s treasure, this is a rare opportunity to experience a First Growth at its peak.
Tasting policy does not apply to auction items and wines aged over 20 years.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

Château Haut-Brion, the only First Growth from Pessac-Léognan, has been producing world-class wines since the 16th century. The 1985 vintage is a stunning example of its longevity and refinement, offering a beautifully matured expression of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. A warm, balanced growing season resulted in a wine of remarkable harmony, where ripe blackcurrant, cigar box, and earthy tones meld with silky tannins and a persistent finish. A true collector’s treasure, this is a rare opportunity to experience a First Growth at its peak.

Tasting policy does not apply to auction items and wines aged over 20 years.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

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