1976 Château Durfort-Vivens

The 2013 weather conditions have not achieved full maturity of the grapes. However, the owner of Château Dufort-Vivens: Gonzague Lurton and his team have worked hard to preserve fruit and balanced wines. Either low temperature fermentation, moderate extractions, selection of press wines.
Despite a fall of almost 40% of production, the 2013 vintage largely pulls out of play. Composed of 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc, this 2013 vintage is full of finesse and elegance. There is a nice freshness in the mouth, a gourmet tip. The final on it is harmonious.

Drink or keep: 2016-2019
PAIRING: Shoulder of lamb, leg of mutton

We paired the Château Durfort-Vivens with a starter. A red wine special for someone special too.
Wrong colour, reddish brown edges. This red tastes smoky . It is not a sweet wine but has something.

Château Durfort-Vivens: rich micro-terroirs in the heart of the Margaux appellation

The 55 hectares of vineyards that have the distinction of being composed of several plots, micro-terroirs surrounded by the castle. Regarding varieties, there are 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc.
As in most of the vineyards where the respect for the land is paramount, the harvest is conducted manually and the wine making is fragmented and specifies for each lot to express its flavors and fragrances. Aging lasts on average 18 months in new oak barrels between 40 and 45% depending on the year, which explains their tannic and structured side.

Château Durfort-Vivens 2012: a perfect combination of softness and freshness

Château Durfort-Vivens The 2012 is a fine and silky wine, elegant and fresh, which presents a bright ruby ​​color with nice garnet highlights. As color presume, its scent is intense and subtle blend of fruits such as morello cherry and plum with white flowers such as lilac, spices like pepper and some light tobacco notes of cigar box.
As for taste, connoisseurs of Margaux recognize its elegance and finesse with a sharp attack and delicate and powerful tannins. A great wine that honors its exceptional terroir.

Notes and references
Bettane & Desseauve: 17.5 / 20
Wine Spectator: 88-91 / 100
Drink or keep: 2020-2025

This wine is of a very attractive cherry colour. Slight smell of tea in this Margaux . As I'm not really a fan of red wine, I noticed a plane taste on the palate.
I think the best pairing would be with meat.
The first time I drank it with people from Château Durfort Vivens.

Toasty aromas. I liked it because it left my mouth a bit harsh.
It was just slightly past.