Château du Tertre

Margaux

1995

Blend

35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot

Wine designation

Château du Tertre, Red, 1995
Category: Margaux, 5ème Grand Cru Classé, Bordeaux

Food pairing

A perfect accompaniment for aged parmesan cheese, a filet of veal with a wine reduction sauce or alongside roasted Cornish game hens with truffle butter.
Data sheet

Château du Tertre

Margaux

1995

Tasting notes

A classic mature Bordeaux color, presenting with a nose of leather, dark fruits, cedar wood with coffee aromas. Tannins are harmonious with fine tannins, the overall result is an attractive pleasing Margaux.

Vineyard

Vineyard size: 52 hectares
Soil composition: Günz gravel with sand.

Winemaking

Aging: Barrel
15-17 months using 45% new barrels.
Type of oak: French
Bottles produced: 150 000
Winemaker: David Fennelly

Heritage in the vineyard

Domaine

First established in the 18th century by Irish négociant Pierre Mitchell, who also founded the first glassworks in Bordeaux, the estate was sold to Eric Albada Jelgersma in 1997. Jelgersma has since worked hard to improve the elegant estate.
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Green in the vineyard

Environmental practices

Emphasizing sustainable and environmentally friendly farming practices, with the aim to balance economic viability with ecological responsibility. It involves reducing the use of chemical inputs, such as pesticides and fertilizers, by carefully monitoring vine health. An approach that promotes biodiversity conserves natural resources and helps maintain the long-term and productivity of the vineyards.