barton & guestier

Thomas Barton
Margaux

Location

France

Region

AOC Margaux

GRAPE VARIETIES

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

 

WINEMAKING

De-stalked grapes - alcoholic fermentation in vats at 30 - 32°C with daily pumping over - maceration (3 weeks) – malolactic fermentation in vats – ageing in French oak barrels for 12 months (of which 30% new oak barrels).

 

TASTING NOTE

Intense purple red colour. Complex nose mixing fresh aromas of red and black berries. When agitated delicate toasty and smoky notes appear. Velvety texture on the palate. The tannins are ripe and smooth throughout the finish. Long finish.

 

PAIRING

Fillet of beef, roasted saddle of lamb with fresh herbs, chicken breast stuffed with black mushrooms. Best between 16°C and 18°C.

 

KEY FACTS

  • Low yield (30hl/ha), hand-picked grapes.
  • Vegan Friendly & sustainably farmed: certification in process.
  • Typical “flacon bordelaise” bottle of the 18th century.

 

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The Vineyards of

Barton & Guestier

The oldest winehouse from Bordeaux and the first imported wine brand in the USA, recommended by Thomas Jefferson.

Châteaux & Estates

Unique wines and vineyards with the Barton & Guestier signature in Bordeaux and Rhône valley.

B&G Appellation

The Authentic expression of the most iconic French AOC wines from the Loire Valley to Provence.

Thomas Barton

Paying tribute to the B&G founder with wines representing the quintessence of the finest Bordeaux.

B&G Réserve

The emblematic French varietals from Languedoc, Gascony and Corsica.

Bistro

The ideal bistro varietal wines: simple, delicious, fun, and excellent with lots of different foods and flavors.

Original

Varietal wines made with organically grown grapes reflecting B&G’s commitment to nature and future generations.

Sparkling wines

Bubbles for every celebration: Crémant, Mousseux, Alcohol free.