Margaux

Situation and soil about Margaux area  
Margaux is the largest of the four classic Medoc appellations. While the other three are connected in one unbroken chain of vineyards, Margaux stands alone to the South. Curiously, Margaux has always been a wine producing area of great reputation but it was only decreed A.O.C in 1954. Five communes are part of the Margaux area: Soussans, Margaux, Arsac, Cantenac and Labarde. All of them are allowed to mention the "Appellation Margaux Contrôlée" narrative on their labels. The historical classification of 1855 rates no less than 21 properties regrouped under the prestigious Margaux label. But its reputation is due above all to the situation of the Margaux wine area. 

Characteristics about Margaux appellation 
Its poor soil, mainly gravel, limestone and clay, is a perfect combination for producing great Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The vineyard is located on a 6x2 km long plate out of which a planted total surface of 1400 ha are dedicated to red vines. Many amateurs consider the Margaux wines as particularly elegant, with a rather feminine character, combining fruity flavours, bright color, body and suppleness.  

Main properties of the appellation Margaux
The non exhaustive list of the appellation's best properties includes: Château Margaux, Palmer, Rauzan Ségla, Ferriere, d'Issan, Brane Cantenac, Kirwan, Giscours, Prieuré Lichine, Labégorce Zédé, La Gurgue, Cantenac Brown and Rauzan Gassies.

Varietals and technical data about Margaux appellation
The average production, almost exclusively in red, is of approx. 75000 hl. 

Average yields about Margaux appellation: 54 hl/ha. 

Type of vines about Margaux appellation: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot.