2004 Chateau Margaux, Margaux, France 750ml

A slightly deeper colour than the Pavillon Rouge. The nose has more intensity than the Pavillon, perhaps a little pointed at present, superb delineation with notes of black cherries, blueberries, bilberry and a touch of oyster shell. The palate is full-bodied, lovely balance, bright and vivacious but like the Pavillon it has an unresolved, grainy, slightly with a touch of damp earthy and bitter chocolate on the finish. It requires another 10 years in bottle but very good potential. (NM)