2022 Pavillon Blanc, Second Vin

Elegantes Bouquet, Stachelbeeren, Orangenblüten, zart Papaya, Toast. Gute Dichte, saftig, feiner Säurebogen, guter Gripp, charmante weiße Frucht, zart cremiger Touch, Nektarinen, Mandarine, zart Grapefruit im Finish, gute Länge.
Hans Martin Gesellmann; Portfoliomanager

Since the early 18th century, Château Margaux has produced an exceptional and unique white wine. Historically known as Château Margaux Vin Blanc de Sauvignon, it took its current name, Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux, in 1920. This white wine originates from an historic 11-hectare plot, once renowned for its aromatic red wines. Driven by an unwavering pursuit of excellence, the individuals at Château Margaux are committed to honoring this exceptional heritage, one that is also theirs – the heritage of creating, year after year, the exceptional wines of Château Margaux.
Empowered by this dedication, a meticulous selection has been carried out for several years on these old white vines, aiming to consistently elevate the quality of Pavillon Blanc. This endeavor has given birth to a second wine, the quality of which is so high that it seamlessly integrates into the illustrious universe of the estate's great wines today. In five centuries of history, it marks only the fifth wine to be introduced by the Château Margaux. Made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc, like its elder brother, and produced from the estate's historic vines, the Pavillon Blanc Second Wine will be appreciated in its youth and will age harmoniously for at least twenty years.

The 2022 vintage
2022 was the hottest and driest year on record for Château Margaux. Three long and intense heatwaves followed one another during the summer, while more than six long weeks went by without a single drop of rain. The estate decided to start harvesting the white plots on the 18th of August in order to preserve the freshness of the wines. The white harvest was thus the earliest in the estate’s history and gave birth to an amazing vintage producing wines with aromatic complexity and concentration.