This special Margaux, ranked Deuxième Cru Classé in 1855, is a study in restrained elegance: Pauillac refinement and structure married to Margaux succulence. The wine's distinctive style comes from the estate's deep gravel soil, as opposed to the clay-dominated terroir that is typical of the appellation. This dictates a high percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon in both the vineyard and wine, which has aromas of blueberries, violets, blackberries, liquorice and Darjeeling tea. The palate is sophisticated, with firm yet suave tannins, exceptional balance and superb length. Huge improvements to both the estate and wine have been made by owner, Gonzague Lurton, whose father purchased it from the holdings of Château Margaux itself. It has been cultivated biodynamically since 2013, and the care and attention to detail are evident in the finished product. This is a terrific, classic claret, that rewards cellaring.
Margaux Cru Classé Organic
Château Durfort-Vivens
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Winemaking
The vines are farmed biodynamically, and tended meticulously. After dedicated hand-harvesting, the wines are selected according to vineyard plot, in small-volume vats housed in the new cellars. Matured for 20 months in French oak barrels, 45% of which are new.
Press Review
96/100 - The 2019 Dufort Vivens is a brilliant Margaux, unwinding in the glass with aromas of blackberries, licorice, sweet soil tones, spices and rose petals. Full-bodied, deep and concentrated, with a fleshy core of fruit, rich, powdery tannins and a lively spine of acidity, it concludes with a long and penetrating finish. The blend is dominated by fully 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, which lends the wine immense nobility. Anyone who isn’t aware of just how good Gonzague Lurton’s wines are these days should taste a bottle. Drink 2027-2065
Press Review
96/100 - Expressive nose of perfumed red cherries and black plums. Great texture here, so much clarity and freshness - like freshly pressed cherry juice with excellent acidity giving lift to the quite heady strawberry and redcurrant nuances. Tannins are chalky and grippy but also soft and fine. The mouthfeel is round and generous, there is richness and complexity here combining minerality, florality and depth of seductive fruit flavour with a delicious menthol touch at the end. The flavours linger long in the mouth. A wine I immediately wanted another glass of. Extremely good quality.
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Product Specification
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ColourRed
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CountryFrance
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RegionBordeaux
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Sub RegionMargaux
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StyleMedium to Full Bodied
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ClosureNatural Cork
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SKUM1996119
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Alcohol %13.5%
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GrapeCabernet Sauvignon
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Unit Volume75cl
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VegetarianYes
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OrganicYes