Is Margaux taking over the New York wine market or do my friends and colleagues all have impeccable taste?
Tuesday I was lucky enough to enjoy the oldest Margaux I have had the opportunity to taste; 1959, an exceptional vintage in its time and its power is still in evidence although ready for drinking (so I was delighted to be of assistance!) Wednesday a spectacular 1996 served with dinner at 11 Madison. This classic wine still has a way to go but the aroma after decanting was pure and transporting. Despite the almost 40 year time span the Margaux signature was clearly present in both wines. As if this wasn’t enough for one week: today a Pavillon Blanc 2005. just to show that a Sauvignon from Bordeaux in the right weather conditions, on the right terroir and in the right hands is capable of producing a wine that can compete with any great white. It was the perfect complement to a fish lunch and welcome glass of Bordeaux sunshine in rainy NYC.
Thank-you to my generous hosts – you know who you are !