In this video we’re comparing three 1855 Bordeaux Classification wines:
Chateau Margaux, Chateau Palmer, and Chateau Brane-Cantenac. All
three wines are produced in the same Margaux appellation and even in the
same commune. All of the wines are from the 2005 vintage, which is a
classic vintage In Bordeaux and particularly successful in Margaux.
Often referred to as “the Queen of First Growths”, Chateau Margaux is one
of the most collectable wine from Bordeaux and retails for $1,100. The
Chateau Palmer retails for about $400 and the Brane-Cantenac for $125.
We ask “How much better, if at all, is a $1,000+ compared to a $125
bottle?”
While comparing the wines, we explore what makes the soil so unique in
Margaux along with the history and location of each of the chateaux.
Viewers will get facts and research on each of the wines, along with our
subjective opinions. We conclude the video by comparing our preferences
with that of the CellarTracker community. See what our final conclusions
are about these incredible wines.
The video includes original footage from Margaux along with footage from
our wine cellar from where the bottles were chosen.