2014 Pavillon Blanc

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I confess that I still have a hard time visiting Château Margaux. The untimely passing of Paul Pontallier is impossible to ignore when walking through the property. Later this year Philippe Bascaules will return to Margaux from his stint at Inglenook, which will at least ensure some measure of continuity. As for the 2014s, they are gracious and polished, pretty much as they were from barrel.

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You have to pay attention when Paul Pontallier speaks, as his understated demeanor and wry sense of humor can sometimes hide what are very pointed observations. "Anyone who describes 2014 as a 'miracle' simply speaks from inexperience," says Pontallier, who describes 2014 as a "classic" vintage similar in style to 1978, 1979, 1983, 2004, 2006 and 2008. "People say that 2014 is better for Cabernet Sauvignon than Merlot in the Médoc, but that is often because the best parcels are planted with Cabernet, as is the case here." The Grand Vin accounts for 36% of the red wine production, while 28% was used for the Pavillon Rouge and the rest for the entry-level appellation wine. As for the 2014s, they are super-polished. When all is said and done, the Pavillon Blanc could turn out to be the best of these three 2014s.

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