2005 Cabernet Sauvignon

This Cabernet is a blend of four vineyards (Chateau Margene 25%, Casagrande 32%, Stillwaters 18% and Lock 25%) consisting of 82% Cabernet Sauvignon and 18% Merlot. All the lots were fermented in small open-top bins and punched down, by hand, three times per day. The wine was aged sur-lie for 16 months and then an additional 10 months in oak barrels (30% New American Oak, 70% 3 year old French Oak). Unfiltered and unfined. “Deep purple with aromas of blackcurrant, spice, mocha & cedar. Fruit forward, rich and bright on the mid palette with firm tannins, nice balance and a lingering finish." 431 cases produced. $44

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2003 Beau Mélange

Beau Mélange is produced using exclusively Chateau Margene estate fruit. It is a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc. It was aged sur-lie for 16 months and kept in 100% French Oak barrels (50% new) for a total of 31 months. The 2003 Beau Melange is a saturated ruby color with aromas of blackcurrant, toasted oak and mocha. It is a well integrated, elegant wine with a smooth mouthfeel, great balance and a long finish. Closed in its youth, it has great aging potential. Drink from mid 2008 through 2016. 113 cases produced. $120

Beau Mélange is the ultimate expression of the Chateau Margene experience.