Chateau Margene

Beau Mélange Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

9.26 ratings

-no pro ratings

Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA

Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Blue Cheese

Top Notes For

Matt Austin

Owner/Winemaker, Grosgrain Vineyards, Walla Walla, WA

8.9

So this is Chateau Margene's "prestige cuvee" and it spent 3 years in new French oak, half on the lees. This is just too oaky, but good for the style. I'm not a fan of Paso Cab generally, but this could attract fans of Silver Oak if it weren't so much more expensive.

Jul 19th, 2015