2011 Château Durfort-Vivens Margaux Bordeaux France Wine Tasting Note
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2011
Château Durfort-Vivens (Margaux)
From an assemblage of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc, the wine will be aged in 45% new oak. Medium-bodied with cassis and cherry, the wine is fresh, but short and drying in the red berry finish. 87-89 Pts 3,188 Views Tasted Apr 19, 2012 |
When to Drink Chateau Durfort Vivens, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Chateau Durfort Vivens can be enjoyed on the young side with decanting. Young vintages should be decanted for an average of 1-2 hours, give or take. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment.
Chateau Durfort Vivens is usually better with at least 6-9 years of bottle age. Of course, that can vary slightly, depending on the vintage character. Chateau Durfort Vivens offers its best drinking and should reach peak maturity between 10-20 years of age after the vintage.
Serving Chateau Durfort Vivens, with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips
Chateau Durfort Vivens is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift.
Chateau Durfort Vivens is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes. Chateau Durfort Vivens is a perfect match with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta as well as cheese.