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SKU 793428
$41.04/bottle
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The 2014 Marquis d’Alesme – Becker is dark, sensual and inviting. Dark red and purplish fruit, violet, mint, chocolate, lavender and sweet French oak infuse this voluptuous, super-expressive Margaux. This is in a decidedly plush, sumptuous style, but it works. The 2014 saw about 5 days of cold soaking, then 26-28 days on the skins, followed by malolactic fermentations that were done 60 % in oak and 40 % in steel. The blend is 57 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 31 % Merlot, 7 % Cabernet Franc and 5 % Petit Verdot. (Vinous)
There are few regions in the world with stricter regulations in regards to wine production and grape varietals than those found in Bordeaux, France. Here, in the home of the world's finest wines, the type and quality of grapes used is of utmost importance, and the legendary wineries which work on the banks of the Gironde river have mastered the careful art of juice blending to find the perfect balance for their produce. Whilst there are six 'official' Bordeaux grapes, the two key varietals for almost every fine Bordeaux wine are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and with good reason. Whilst Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are renowned for their acidity and astringency, strong fruit and spice flavors and full body, Merlot grapes are notably rounded, soft, fleshy and lighter on tannin. The combination of these two varietals, along with a small percentage of (commonly) Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc, is the perfect balancing act – the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.
France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]
Bordeaux: The Pinnacle of Terroir Expression In the illustrious realm of wine, Bordeaux stands as a beacon of excellence, where history, tradition, and terroir converge to create some of the world’s most iconic wines. Bordeaux’s rich mosaic of vineyards is characterized by the left bank, right bank, and the sweet symphony of Sauternes. Each of […]
The Margaux appellation of France's legendary Bordeaux wine region is one of the world's most famous and highly respected viticultural areas. For centuries, Margaux has been deeply associated with extremely fine wines of the highest quality, made using traditional and time-honored techniques in order to extract the very best, most refined and elegant flavors and aromas from the Bordeaux varietal grapes which grow there. Margaux wines are almost always blended, using two or three key Bordeaux grapes, commonly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc (amongst others). The blending techniques and quantities have been passed down through the generations in the ancestral chateaus which make up the region, and quality and prestige has never been allowed to falter, making Margaux one of the undisputed jewels in France's already glittering crown.
VM93pts
Vinous Media
The 2014 Marquis d'Alesme - Becker is dark, sensual and inviting. Dark red and purplish fruit, violet, mint, chocolate, lavender and sweet French oak infuse this voluptuous, super-expressive Margaux. This is in a decidedly plush, sumptuous style, but it works. The 2014 saw about 5 days of cold soaking, then 26-28 days on the skins, followed by malolactic fermentations that were done 60 % in oak and 40 % in steel. The blend is 57 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 31 % Merlot, 7 % Cabernet Franc and 5 % Petit Verdot. (Vinous)
WA92pts
Wine Advocate
The Château Marquis d'Alesme Becker 2014 is a blend of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot, cropped at 30 hectoliters per hectare and matured in 50% new oak. It has a refined bouquet with blackberry, boysenberry and violet scents, fine precision here, understated at first but growing in intensity. The palate is medium-bodied with a saline, marine influenced entry. The tannins feel a little hard on the mid-palate, lending the finish a foursquare, slightly dusty mouthfeel. There is good concentration here but it needs to muster more precision on the finish. Maybe that will come during the élevage? If it does then it will merit a higher score.
