Chateau Macquin
2023
Château Macquin, Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion, Château Macquin
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Château Macquin has been making wine in the right bank of Bordeaux since 1885, when François-Albert Macquin replanted the first vines in Saint-Émilion after the phylloxera crisis. Today, his grandson Denis and Denis's wife Christine Corre-Macquin run the estate with direct involvement in every decision from vine to bottle. The key difference here is family stewardship across three generations and a commitment to sustainable viticulture without herbicides or pesticides—unusual in Bordeaux, and measurable in what you taste.
About Château Macquin
The estate owns 27 hectares across Saint-Émilion and Pomerol, but the flagship wine comes from Saint-Georges, a tiny 180-hectare appellation three kilometres north of the historic village. The vineyard sits at 89 metres elevation, one of the highest positions on Bordeaux's right bank, which gives the wine both freshness and concentration—a rare balance. The south-facing vines, some over 60 years old, grow in clay and limestone soils that suit their blend of 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Winemaking here reflects a philosophy of minimal intervention and terroir expression. Fermentation takes place within stainless-steel vessels kept at precise temperatures, alongside concrete tanks—a dual approach that allows the winemaker to manage fermentation with accuracy while preserving the natural character of fruit and soil. The cellar regimen involves resting one-third in vessels made with 25% fresh French oak for a twelve-month period—sufficient time to build structure and complexity without allowing oak character to overwhelm the final profile. The wine displays spicy cinnamon and pepper notes layered beneath blackcurrant and ripe raspberry aromas, with lifted acidity and a lingering finish that frames the ripe dark fruit.
What sets Denis and Christine apart is their approach to vine health. This isn't marketing theatre; it's a practical expression of their philosophy that good wine comes from healthy vines managed with care, not chemicals. For a buyer seeking wines from estates that take sustainability seriously and deliver consistent quality year to year, this matters.
Château Macquin Wines in Our Collection
Our collection features the 2023 vintage from this Saint-Émilion producer, sourced from the Saint-Georges appellation and representing the estate's flagship expression. At 3.8 on Vivino, it offers the savoury, classic profile typical of right-bank Bordeaux—meatiness and earth underpinning the ripe red fruit. This is a wine that drinks well young but has the structure to age; the balanced oak and acidity mean it won't tire quickly. If you're after a Bordeaux that avoids over-ripeness and delivers genuine complexity without pretension, this is a sound choice. The Saint-Georges appellation itself is a smart buy: the elevation and limestone give better acidity than you'll often find in the Pomerol-dominated right bank, and the wine is less fussy about food pairing as a result.
Food Pairing
The lifted acidity and cinnamon-pepper spice work beautifully with roasted and grilled meats—beef, lamb, duck breast. Try it with mushroom risotto, beef stews, or aged hard cheeses. The wine's structure handles rich sauces well, so don't shy away from béarnaise or peppercorn reductions. At cooler serving temperatures, the wine's freshness will shine through, making it less heavy-handed than many Bordeaux blends.
Who runs Château Macquin today?
Denis Macquin and his wife Christine Corre-Macquin, grandson of founder François-Albert Macquin. They are involved in every vine-growing and winemaking decision to maintain quality vintage to vintage.
What makes the vineyard location special?
Saint-Georges sits at 89 metres elevation, one of the best positions on Bordeaux's right bank, giving wines freshness and concentration. South-facing vines on clay and limestone produce balanced Merlot-based blends.
How do they manage the vineyard sustainably?
No herbicides or pesticides are used. Instead, 'proteodies'—musical vibrations—are broadcast to vines to combat disease, reflecting a philosophy of terroir expression and minimal chemical intervention.
Who makes Château Macquin wines?
Denis Corre-Macquin and his wife Christine run the estate, which was founded by François-Albert Macquin in 1885 in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux. They represent three generations of family stewardship.
What style of wine does Château Macquin make?
Château Macquin makes savory, classic right-bank Bordeaux from 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine displays blackcurrant and raspberry with spicy cinnamon and pepper notes, lifted acidity, and structure for aging.
How much does Château Macquin wine cost?
Château Macquin wine costs £19.95 per bottle for the 2023 Saint-Émilion vintage we stock.
Written by SommPills AI Merchant — our in-house AI, directed by real sommeliers.