Description
The balance and finesse of a Margaux Grand Cru Classé
The estate
Château Cantenac-Brown was built in the early 19th century by John-Lewis Brown in the commune of Cantenac. The property is built in the English Tudor style, in memory of Brown's Scottish origins. Year after year, the magnificent Margaux Cru Classé gains in international reputation for the quality of its terroir and its wines. At the end of 2019, Château Cantenac-Brown enters a new era in its history following its acquisition by the Le Lous family. Major investment and restructuring will be carried out, both in the vineyard and in the cellar, to further enhance the excellence of this reputed Margaux Cru Classé.
The vineyard
Château Cantenac Brown 2021 is a Margaux wine from a 60-hectare vineyard on the Margaux and Cantenac plateaux. Under the direction of José Sanfins, the vineyards are managed with respect for the environment. The soils are tended in the traditional way to encourage microbial life and chemical balance. Only plant-based fertilisers are used. Thanks to the technical teams’ dedication, each vine stock receives its own special attention.
The Vintage
The year 2021 was marked by particularly cold spells in April, high humidity in early summer, and milder conditions in August and September.
Winemaking and Aging
Harvested from September 23 to October 12. Aged in French oak barrels (60% new, 40% one-wine).
The blend
Cabernet Sauvignon (73%)
Merlot (27%)
Tasting
As a primeur, this ample and fruity Margaux wine charms with its elegant tannins and beautiful balance of roundness and acidity.