Château du Tertre
Château du Tertre sits in Margaux, the Médoc's most refined appellation, where gravelly soils and a temperate maritime climate shape wines of elegance and structure. The estate produces Les Hauts du Tertre Margaux, a Cabernet Sauvignon–led blend with Merlot and Cabernet Franc that reflects the region's signature balance of power and finesse. Wine Spectator has rated the wine at 87 points. Margaux terroir demands precision in the vineyard and cellar—the gravels drain quickly, concentrating flavors while the Atlantic's moderating influence preserves acidity and freshness. Cabernet Sauvignon thrives here, building the wine's backbone, while Merlot softens the edges and Cabernet Franc adds aromatic complexity. The result is a wine built for aging, with the mineral precision and structured tannins that define the appellation's most compelling expressions.
Critics
Wine Spectator