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.Other labels exist (Demeter, Biodyvin, Nature et Progrès...). These have more demanding specifications than organic farming but are not recognised by public agencies.
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Straddling the Margaux and Haut-Médoc appellations, Clos du Jaugueyron is a mini-domain (3.5 ha in Margaux) in the southern Médoc held like a vegetable garden by a young couple, Mr. and Mrs. Théron. With in particular a parcel of very old grape varieties such as Carmenère, Malbec and others now forgotten, they produce real Margaux, dense and slender, including the "Nout" vintage, more quickly accessible, with a majority (55%) Merlot. Cited as "A safe address" by Mr. Bettane, and among the "hidden treasures of the Médoc" by the Revue du Vin de France.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2023-2033
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Straddling the Margaux and Haut-Médoc appellations, Clos du Jaugueyron is a mini-domain (3.5 ha in Margaux) in the southern Médoc held like a vegetable garden by a young couple, Mr. and Mrs. Théron. With in particular a parcel of very old grape varieties such as Carmenère, Malbec and others now forgotten, they produce real Margaux, dense and slender, including the "Nout" vintage, more quickly accessible, with a majority (55%) Merlot. Cited as "A safe address" by Mr. Bettane, and among the "hidden treasures of the Médoc" by the Revue du Vin de France.
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2020-2030
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Straddling the Margaux and Haut-Médoc appellations, Clos du Jaugueyron is a mini-domain (3.5 ha in Margaux) in the southern Médoc held like a vegetable garden by a young couple, Mr. and Mrs. Théron. With in particular a parcel of very old grape varieties such as Carmenère, Malbec and others now forgotten, they produce real Margaux, dense and slender, including the "Nout" vintage, more quickly accessible, with a majority (55%) Merlot. Cited as "A safe address" by Mr. Bettane, and among the "hidden treasures of the Médoc" by the Revue du Vin de France.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2018-2026
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Straddling the Margaux and Haut-Médoc appellations (we also offer Haut-Médoc), Clos du Jaugueyron is a mini domain (8 ha in total) in the south of the Médoc held as a vegetable garden by a young couple, Mr. and Mrs. Théron. With the greatest attention to detail, they produce real Margaux wines, as dense and spicy as they are slender, like this Grand Vin with a majority of Cabernet Sauvignon (65%). Cited as "A safe address" by Mr. Bettane, and among the "hidden treasures of the Médoc" by the Revue du Vin de France.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2025-2040
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The smallest classified growth of Margaux (8 ha), Ferrière is a traditional, frank and pleasant Margaux, moderately powerful but perfectly balanced. Its ability to age is undeniable. Same owner as Haut-Bages-Libéral. In conversion organic since the 2012 vintage, certified organic since the 2015 vintage.
Rated 94/100 by Antonio Galloni after bottling « Deep, rich and ample on the palate with tremendous depth and a long finish, Ferrière is an absolute winner in 2017. [...] The 2017 is flat-out delicious. » (March 2020)
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- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2023-2032
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The smallest classified growth of Margaux (8 ha), Ferrière is a traditional, frank and pleasant Margaux, moderately powerful but perfectly balanced. Its ability to age is undeniable. Same owner as Haut-Bages-Libéral. In conversion organic since the 2012 vintage, certified organic since the 2015 vintage.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2024-2034
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The smallest classified growth of Margaux (8 ha), Ferrière is a traditional, frank and pleasant Margaux, moderately powerful but perfectly balanced. Its ability to age is undeniable. Same owner as Haut-Bages-Libéral. In conversion organic since the 2012 vintage, certified organic since the 2015 vintage.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2025-2040
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2013 is the first year of organic conversion, which will make Durfort-Vivens one of the first classified growths in the Médoc to claim and display organic certification from the 2016 vintage (like Palmer). Bettane is one of its most fervent supporters". The quality/price ratio remains absolutely unique at this level of quality of terroir and work. »
Rated 95/100 by Antonio Galloni after bottling : « The 2017 Durfort-Vivens is fabulous, not to mention one of the under the radar gems of the year. Rich and explosive in feel, the 2017 possesses tremendous intensity in every direction. [...] Don't miss it. » (March 2020)
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2023-2032
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2013 is the first year of organic conversion, which will make Durfort-Vivens one of the first classified growths in the Médoc to claim and display organic certification from the 2016 vintage (like Palmer). Bettane is one of its most fervent supporters". The quality/price ratio remains absolutely unique at this level of quality of terroir and work. »
Bettane is a fan of Durfort-Vivens "the price/quality ratio remains absolutely unique at this level of quality local and work," even adding for the 2013 "magnificent texture, great nobility and aromatic sincerity, amazing length, do not miss it ! Rated 17.5/20. "
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- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2024-2033
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Contiguous to Mouton-Rothschild, Pontet-Canet is in the good vintages the very type of the great Pauillac, straight and distinguished. The first of the Médoc's great classified growths to be certified "organic" (in 2010), Pontet-Canet has been in very good shape since 2000.
Rated 93/100 by Neal Martin after bottling « The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins that render this one of the more approachable vintages in recent years. The cedar-infused black fruit is framed by fine tannins and a harmonious, graphite tinged finish. This Pontet-Canet should offer up to 20 years of drinking pleasure although it will be difficult to resist pulling the cork in its youth. » (February 2020)
Rated 95/100 by Antonio Galloni after bottling « A gorgeous, alluring Pauillac, the 2017 Pontet-Canet is racy and exceptionally polished, with floral top notes that bring out the natural brightness of the red-toned fruit. Super-silky tannins add to the wine's immediacy and sheer allure. » (March 2020)
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2026-2040