Weinwisser
94 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 3 % Cabernet Franc, 2 % Merlot, 1 % Petit Verdot, nur 28 % Grand Vin. Purpurgranat mit violettem Rand. Dichtes Parfüm mit viel Veilchen und Cranberry, dahinter rote Kirsche. Am Gaumen mit seidiger Textur, wunderschön reifem Tannin und zarter Adstringenz. Im langen Finale mit viel Margaux- Eleganz, reinstem Himbeermark, Preiselbeeren und feiner Würze. Besticht durch seine royale Art. Ganz grosser Margaux, der im Bouquet an den grandiosen 1985er erinnert. 

Wine Advocate 
Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Château Margaux (blended of 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc, 2% Merlot and 1% Petit Verdot) sashays out of the glass with glamorous red currants, candied violets, kirsch and crushed blackcurrants scents followed by notions of tilled black soil, forest floor, cast iron pan and cigar box with subtle wafts of lavender and oolong tea. Medium-bodied, mineral laced accents hover over the palate with an ethereal sensation of weightlessness, yet it is super intense with layers of red and black flavors supported by a firm texture of silt-fine tannins, finishing wonderfully fragrant and incredibly long. 

James Suckling 
It’s very friendly and warm on the nose showing flowers, such as roses, and red fruit. But then on the palate, it lets you know how serious it is. Full-bodied, yet reserved, extremely tight and well-formed with super polished tannins that go on for minutes. A solid and typical Margaux with all the personality and beauty in strength. Try after 2027. 

Neal Martin 
The 2016 Château Margaux has an intense bouquet of blackberry, briar, crushed stone and subtle cedar aromas that enrapture the senses; hints of pencil box and sous-bois emerge with time. The harmonious palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and a fine bead of acidity, and a touch of bitterness lends tension on the finish. Impressive – very impressive. Tasted blind at the Southwold tasting.