Château Desmirail 2010, Margaux

Château Desmirail was founded by Jean Desmirail at the end of the 17th century and was recognised as a 3rd Grand Cru Classé in the legendary 1855 classification of Bordeaux. In the 20th century, it went largely under the radar until it was bought by Lucien Lurton, a Bordeaux icon. It’s now in the hands of his son, Denis, who has been winemaker here for almost 30 years. His Margaux expertise shines in this exceptional vintage. It has notes of blackberry, ripe cherries and tobacco, well-integrated tannins and a long finish. Try it with roast beef or pork.