CHÂTEAU POUGET

The full, dense flavour is backed by voluptuous tannins, the fruit of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes harvested at the peak of their maturity, endowing this wine with a wonderful richness, volume and depth of flavour.

CHÂTEAU POUGET
GRAND CRU CLASSÉ EN 1855

MARGAUX
HARVEST 2009

A unique history, a facet of the Bordeaux diamond

Château Pouget got its name from François-Antoine Pouget who took over the estate in 1748.
The Maréchal-Duc de Richelieu, a great wine-lover, awarded the château the coat of arms that
still features on its label to this day. But it was in 1855 that Château Pouget really found its place
in the history of the great Bordeaux wines, when it was admitted as a 4th Grand Cru Classé.
The Duke de Richelieu is at the origin of the coat of arms and motto of Château Pouget.
“L’amour sur ton coeur étendra sa puissance. Ton verbe sera clair comme le chant du Coq.
A l’égal du Lion tu ne craindras le choc. Si de cestuy nectar tu te remplis la panse.”
Since 1906, the estate has been in the hands of the Guillemet family. Technical director Lucien
Guillemet puts his great experience into making sure his wine expresses all the beauty of these
gravel soils envied the world over. He runs Château Pouget with conviction, but also subtlety.
A classic Margaux, effortlessly combining finesse and substance. The majestic, dense and dark purple
robe sparkles invitingly, while the delicate nose entices with its intense bouquet of ripe red fruits, dark
berries and wild cherry. The full, dense flavour is backed by voluptuous tannins, the fruit of Cabernet
Sauvignon grapes harvested at the peak of their maturity, endowing this wine with a wonderful
richness, volume and depth of flavour. A great sensation on the palate, with seductive blackcurrant
and blueberry flavours. The balance and strength of this elegant wine reflect the noble character
of this prestigious appellation. Expressing the full potential of the fruit, the dense and flavoursome
tannins build to a very long, fresh finish, with notes of sweet cinnamon. A magnificent wine, from an
exceptional vintage.

Ratings – harvest 2009
Wine Spectator…………………………..93-96/100
Decanter…………………………… ***** – 17/20
Bettane et Desseauve ……………………….15/20
Jacques Dupont (Le Point)……..16-16,5/20

Vineyard
Vineyard area: 10 ha.
Location: Margaux
Soil: Sand and gravel
Average age of the vines: 42 years

Grape varieties:
66% Cabernet Sauvignon,
30% Merlot,
4% Cabernet Franc.

Density:
10,000 vines per hectare

Harvest:
Manual harvesting with sorting table

Ageing:
18 months in barrels (90% new oak)