Château Marjosse Rouge 2020, from Château Marjosse, is a super honest and well-made Bordeaux from the master of the craft, Pierre Lurton – the “wizard” behind the iconic Château Cheval Blanc and Château d’Yquem. And when we say well-made, we mean it: 90 points from James Suckling and Robert Parker, 91 from Decanter, and a whopping 94 from The Wine Independent! But don’t worry – this time you won’t need to break the bank. Its price is so reasonable, you could easily grab a case for your Sunday lunch.
Château Marjosse is part of one of Bordeaux’s most historic wineries, with a winemaking tradition dating back to the 19th century. Pierre Lurton, on the other hand, is a legendary figure in Bordeaux, known for managing two of the world’s most prestigious châteaux – Cheval Blanc and d’Yquem. His connection to Château Marjosse began on a personal note in 1990, when he inherited some vineyards in Entre-deux-Mers. He later purchased the historic Château Marjosse estate and, by 2013, had acquired the entire property. Knowing exactly what needed to be done, he transformed it into a next-generation winery, applying winemaking techniques usually reserved for Grand Cru wines. Each vineyard plot is vinified separately, resulting in wines of exceptional quality that truly express their unique micro-terroirs.
The vinification of Château Marjosse Rouge 2020 is carried out with meticulous attention to detail. The grapes – 85% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Malbec, and 8% Cabernet Franc – are hand-harvested, and fermentation takes place at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels, giving it that velvety texture and added spicy complexity that Bordeaux wines are known for.
Bursting with aromas of berries, blueberry, plum, and liquorice, Château Marjosse Rouge 2020 has a unique harmony that you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
