Chateau Margaux Vintage 1963 South Africa

Chateau Margaux Vintage 1963 South AfricaA light vintage following a problematic growing season. As a result most wines were consumed in the first few years of release. Now very rare. Typical blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc. 75cl bottle. Abv% not stated. Bottle condition, Capsule good, label bin soiled, wine level mid shoulder.

In recent years it has been gaining critical acclaim

rustic tannins

The palate is very dry (not a hint of sweetness) with mainly blackcurrant fruit and still dominated by typical Cissac mouth-puckering astringency

moderate botrytis profile present and turns more apricotty (tinned apricots in syrup)

Ripe blackberry

Label Condition: Excellent

features fine

outstanding acidity

Warm and mouth filling across the palate

Drink now or over next 1-2 years

On the palate it is crisp

The appellation is a small area on the right (northern) bank of the Dordogne river