The 2023 Chteau Margaux is a classic in the making. Restrained and slow to reveal itself at first, with some encouragement it provides aromas of lavender, black cherry and clove. Theres a deep, unctuous core of black and purple fruit, hints of oak and an exciting energy coursing through the mid-palate. Juicy and salivating, its supported by generous ripe but silky tannins, and concludes with long, graphite laden finish. With an abv of 13.1%, this is an approachable first growth, but theres no need to rush to drink it, this is just the beginning of a beautiful journey. Definitely a Chteau Margaux to seek out.