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Charmes de Kirwan

2006 Margaux Red Blend

Charmes de Kirwan is a captivating red blend from the renowned Margaux region, embodying elegance and sophistication. This 2006 vintage showcases a rich ruby color that entices the eye, while its full-bodied character delivers a sumptuous mouthfeel that is both generous and inviting. The wine boasts bright acidity, ensuring a lively freshness while maintaining balance with the prominent fruit intensity that reveals layers of dark cherry and subtle plum. Complementing this fruit profile are notable tannins that provide structure and depth, lending a firmness that enhances its aging potential. This wine is beautifully dry, making it wonderfully versatile for food pairings. Whether enjoyed on its own or accompanied by a delicious meal, Charmes de Kirwan promises to deliver a memorable tasting experience.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Tobacco

Cedar

Cedar

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Margaux

Margaux is one of the most important appellations in Bordeaux. It lies in the southern part of the Haut-Médoc on the Left Bank of the Gironde River. Unlike other prestigious Bordeaux appellations, Margaux's vineyards are not separated by quality. This means that vines belonging to the most celebrated châteaux often sit side-by-side with those of less exclusive wineries. All vineyards here benefit from the same gravel-rich soil and climate. Margaux wines tend to follow the typical Bordeaux blend, boasting a higher percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon than Merlot. These supple reds tend to have a strong, stable core of blackcurrant underpinned by a touch of cedar from time spent in oak. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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