Château du Tertre 2002

Château du Tertre 2002 — Margaux Grand Cru Classé

This Château du Tertre 2002 offers a classical, discreet and elegant expression of Margaux. In a cooler, more measured vintage, the wine favours finesse, Médoc structure and the charm of an evolved bouquet, combining light blackcurrant, cedar, tobacco, dried herbs and forest-floor notes.

Classified as a Fifth Growth in 1855, Château du Tertre is a historic Margaux estate, appreciated for wines that are balanced, upright and enjoyable as they mature. The 2002 presents itself as a classical pleasure bottle, ideal for Bordeaux lovers seeking maturity and finesse rather than power.

Terroir: the fine gravel of Margaux

The Margaux appellation is famous for its deep, poor and well-drained gravel soils, encouraging deep vine rooting and progressive Cabernet Sauvignon ripening. This terroir often gives wines with a silkier touch than in other parts of the Médoc, combining floral expression, aromatic finesse and elegant structure.

The terroir of Château du Tertre favours wines that combine structure, freshness and elegance rather than demonstrative extraction. In the 2002 vintage, this translates into a classical Margaux, with established aromatic development and a palate focused on balance.

Tasting notes

Appearance: garnet ruby with brick reflections, showing harmonious development and moderate depth.

Nose: mature Bordeaux nose combining light blackcurrant, red fruit, cedar, blond tobacco, dried herbs, forest floor, fine leather and discreet spice.

Palate: medium-bodied, supple and classical. The tannins are softened, the acidity preserves some freshness, and the finish continues on cedar, tobacco, evolved red fruit and dry spice.

Expression of the 2002 vintage

The 2002 vintage in Bordeaux generally produced wines that are more classical, fresh and restrained than very solar years. In Margaux, the best wines favour balance, aromatic finesse and a structure that is more upright than massive.

Château du Tertre 2002 fits this traditional expression: a mature, enjoyable Bordeaux that charms through classicism and table-friendly character. It pairs naturally with roast meat, poultry, mushrooms and slow-cooked dishes.