Description

A Margaux deuxième grand cru classé, the grand vin from Château Durfort-Vivens comes from 50 hectares made up of deep gravel, sand and clay soils. In the cellar, the grapes ferment in oak and cement vats as well as earthenware jars. After plot-by-plot vinification, the wine is matured in French oak barrels whose proportion of new wood is around 60%. Tasting it realves a subtil balance between the fruit and notes typical of this type of ageing (toast, vanilla, sweet spices). Smooth, the palate is nevertheless structured by beautiful tannins that become refined with time.

Wine Advocate : “The 2023 Durfort Vivens is once again dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, which represents 92% of the blend. Unwinding in the glass with aromas of minty cassis, plums and berries mingled with hints of pencil shavings and violets, it’s medium to full-bodied, deep and layered, with good concentration, sweet tannins and a long, penetrating finish. With a pH of 3.66 and 13.7% alcohol, it’s a resounding success.”