2001 Château du Tertre
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Deep crimson. Something of the farmyard on the nose. Not recommended for technophiles. But a solid, mature Bordeaux for traditionalists that is now tasting drier than du Tertre usually does in its youth. There’s a hint of leather and saltiness too. I suspect those tannins will outlast the fruit. (JR)
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Robert Parker
Jancis Robinson MW
More reviews and scores
Sweet and juicy. Not sophisticated but very easy to like. Smooth and polished. (JR)
Pale rim and good crimson middle. Some warmth and ripeness on the nose. Fresh and well balanced and flirtatious and very Margaux. Tannins pretty well hidden. Luscious palate. Very impressive. (JR)
About the producer
Until recently owned by the Albada Jelgersma family (along with Giscours), Ch. du Tertre is one of the oldest estates in the region – with a history stretching back 1,000 years. Classified as a Fifth Growth, its 54 hectares of vines sit on high gravel outcrops in Margaux.