{"product_id":"les-hauts-du-tertre-margaux-2012","title":"Les Hauts du Tertre, Margaux 2012","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Les Hauts du Tertre Margaux 2012\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA second wine with first-rate charm – classic \u003cstrong\u003eMargaux\u003c\/strong\u003e elegance without the fuss. \u003cstrong\u003eLes Hauts du Tertre 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e is a supple, gently maturing left bank \u003cstrong\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/strong\u003e that’s all about finesse and drinkability. Expect\u003cstrong\u003e redcurrant, plum and wild strawberry\u003c\/strong\u003e on the nose, layered with floral notes, cedar, and a whisper of pencil shavings. On the palate, it’s \u003cstrong\u003emedium-bodied\u003c\/strong\u003e, with fine tannins, soft spice and a\u003cstrong\u003e long, smooth finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. A great-value way into Margaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop food pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken with thyme and garlic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan lentil and walnut loaf with cranberry glaze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheese: Morbier or mild goat’s cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a brilliant match for relaxed Sunday lunches or a low-key dinner with a touch of class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This one’s like a favourite well-cut jacket – effortlessly stylish, not too flashy, and fits just right. If you love claret with a gentle touch, Les Hauts du Tertre 2012 delivers all the Margaux charm without demanding a special occasion.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLes Hauts du Tertre\u003c\/strong\u003e is the second wine of \u003cstrong\u003eChâteau du Tertre,\u003c\/strong\u003e a Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru Classé) estate located on one of the highest gravel ridges in \u003cstrong\u003eMargaux\u003c\/strong\u003e. The château dates back to the 12th century, but it’s under modern ownership that it’s really come into its own, with careful vineyard work and thoughtful winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2012 vintage was a challenging year in Bordeaux, but Margaux fared better than most. A dry, warm late summer helped ripen the grapes, and the best estates made fresh, classically styled wines with good balance and moderate alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgeing: Matured in French oak barrels, with a restrained approach to extraction to emphasise fruit and finesse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilky tannins, red-fruited elegance, and lovely Margaux perfume – ready to drink and still holding its poise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Les Hauts du Tertre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46170105741359,"sku":"ojq1789236775363","price":26.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3143\/5567\/files\/les-hauts-du-tertre-margaux-2012_1.png?v=1789236801","url":"https:\/\/www.elvarona.com\/products\/les-hauts-du-tertre-margaux-2012","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}