Pavillon Blanc other_regions Silky and taut on entry

Silky and taut on entry

There is enormous depth to this voluminous Malartic-Lagravière

both of which are impressive

young wine with terrific finishing grip

as I tasted all of the estate’s 1989s

Pavillon Blanc other_regions Silky and taut on entryThe 2014 Pavillon Blanc de Chteau Margaux is just a bit anonymous on the nose, despite encouragement. The palate is sharp on the entry, very edgy and sharp, verging on sour lemon mixed with lime and peach towards the finish. This is one of the few Bordeaux dry whites that improved with aeration and I ended up giving a higher score. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting. Neal Martin