Château Margaux Pavillon Rouge 2016

The 2016 Pavillon Rouge shows the precision and restraint that defines great Margaux. Blackberry and violet notes emerge with hints of citrus pith, building intensity with air. Medium-bodied with crisp tannins and fine acidity, there's an almost saline minerality that adds compelling tension. The finish carries a brooding quality that suggests this needs patience. Give it four to five years to fully blossom.