{"product_id":"chateau-du-tertre-1966-margaux","title":"Château Du Tertre 1996 - Margaux","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChâteau du Tertre 1996: The Distinction and Refinement of a Grand Margaux at Maturity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau du Tertre, a Fifth Growth in 1855, is located on one of the highest gravel mounds in the Margaux appellation, giving it exceptional natural drainage. This unique terroir allows for the production of wines of remarkable consistency, praised for their elegance, aromatic freshness, and velvety smoothness. The estate expresses the quintessence of its classic and timeless style through a bottle that has aged through the decades with superb integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1996 vintage stands out as an anthology year on the left bank of Bordeaux, particularly favorable to Cabernet Sauvignon. Thanks to a dry and sunny autumn, the grapes achieved impeccable phenolic maturity. This 1996 is distinguished by a noble tannic structure and preserved acidity, guaranteeing sovereign balance and an immensely complex tertiary evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Sheet and Blend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe precise blend of this 1996 vintage is as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Sauvignon (45%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides structure, aging potential, and cedar notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMerlot (35%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers roundness, body, and silkiness in the mid-palate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Franc (15%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Distills subtle floral notes and great finesse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePetit Verdot (5%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Completes the structure and brings a delicately spicy touch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect (into the neck) | \u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect, brilliant and clear | \u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intact, clean, and perfectly preserved | \u003cstrong\u003eCapsule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Impeccable and airtight | \u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional state of preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAromatic Profile and Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, the wine unfolds a noble and complex bouquet of candied black fruits, cigar box, cedar, humus, and black truffle, underlined by fine leather nuances. On the palate, the attack is suave and of great distinction. The body reveals itself beautifully melted, patinated by time, where the tight tannins of the vintage have given way to a silky texture. A lacy, persistent, and delicately spicy finish. Order this bottle to accompany duck breast with porcini mushrooms, beef wellington, or rack of lamb.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Du Tertre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54224168091987,"sku":"CDT1996M","price":49.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/9686\/6131\/files\/Chateau_du_Tertre_1996_-_Margaux_75cl_2.jpg?v=1783428557","url":"https:\/\/www.wineuponatime.com\/en\/products\/chateau-du-tertre-1966-margaux","provider":"Wine Upon A Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}