The 4x100-Point Milestone of the Century
2000 Chateau Margaux
The 2000 Château Margaux is one of the greatest wines ever produced. There are moments in history where a vintage, a producer, and a site align to create something transcendent. This is that bottle. In the landmark year of 2000, Château Margaux produced a wine of such profound balance and power that it was immediately hailed as a 100-point masterpiece. Paul Pontallier, the estate's legendary director, famously noted that while other vintages were powerful or elegant, the 2000 was both. This is …
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Tasting notes
Aroma
An intoxicating, multifaceted perfume of crushed violets, crème de cassis, and sandalwood. After two decades, it has developed deep notes of cedar chest, truffle, and spring forest floor.
Palate
Seamless and regal. The texture is breathtakingly fine-grained, with tannins that feel like liquid velvet. It possesses an incredible concentration of dark fruit and licorice, yet it remains light on its feet. The finish is legendary, persisting for minutes with flavors of graphite, tea leaf, and sweet berries.
Red Wine Body Profile
Light
Bold
Body Profile
Structured
66/100 Intensity
Light
Bold
66.0/100
Feather-light
Delicate
Lifted
Structured
Deep
Grapes
90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot
ABV
13.1%
Serving
55–60°F
Window
2025–2055
Pairs with
Beef
Pasta
Pork
Vegetables
Try our pairing recipe: Beef Tenderloin with Black Truffle Steak Sauce
In Detail
A perfect First Growth from a legendary year
The 2000 Château Margaux is one of the greatest wines ever produced.
There are moments in history where a vintage, a producer, and a site align to create something transcendent. This is that bottle. In the landmark year of 2000, Château Margaux produced a wine of such profound balance and power that it was immediately hailed as a 100-point masterpiece. Paul Pontallier, the estate's legendary director, famously noted that while other vintages were powerful or elegant, the 2000 was both.
This is a wine of absolute pedigree. It captures the ethereal, floral perfume that makes Margaux unique, but backs it with a massive, structured core that allows it to age for half a century. At 25 years old, it has just entered its prime window of maturity, offering a level of complexity that younger vintages cannot touch. This isn't just a bottle of wine; it is a cultural icon. Whether for a milestone celebration or a centerpiece for a world-class cellar, the 2000 Margaux is the ultimate statement of excellence.
