2017 Marquis d'Alesme
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Tasting notes
The lower levels of concentration in the 2017 vintage deliver a Marquis d'Alesme with finesse and balance, edges of violet and peony, along with woomoke and crushed roses. Fine tannins, carefully constructured, with confidence and appellation character. This is really enjoyable, Harvest September 25 to October 6. Marjolaine de Coninck technical director and CEO, owner Nathalie Perrodo.
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Tom Parker MW, jancisrobinson.com
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Tasted blind. Deep ruby colour. Sandalwood and spiced plums on the nose. Dry with firm and sandy tannins on the palate. The spiced plums persist but for now are masked by structure and wood. Sawdust in both flavour and texture on the finish. (TP)
The 2017 Marquis d'Alesme is a powerful, dark Margaux. Black cherry, plum, crème de cassis, tobacco, leather, menthol, espresso and tobacco accents add to the wine's decidedly potent feel. Ample and creamy on the palate, the 2017 shows the important presence of Merlot in the blend, which among other things, gives a real sense of immediacy.
The 2017 Marquis d'Alesme Becker is a blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon and 33% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot. Deep garnet-purple in color, it has a very serious, classic nose of warm cassis, cedar chest, pencil lead and fragrant earth with wafts of violets and dark chocolate. Medium-bodied, it has a solid backbone of firm, ripe, grainy tannins and a muscular mid-palate of tightly wound layers, delivering lovely purity and great length.
About the producer
The estate dates back to 1585 and has been producing wine on the property since the early 17th century. In the 1855 classification the Chateau was awarded Third Growth status.