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Do not catalogue Château Margaux from the word “Margaux” or a score alone. First distinguish Grand Vin, Pavillon Rouge, Margaux du Château Margaux and the white wine Pavillon Blanc, then record the vintage and bottle ...
Do not catalogue Château Margaux from the word “Margaux” or a score alone. The estate distinguishes Grand Vin, Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux, Margaux du Château Margaux and the white wine Pavillon Blanc. Identify the wine first, then record its vintage and condition.
Separate the four official wine names
| Official wine | Identity evidence | Do not confuse with |
|---|---|---|
| Château Margaux | Grand Vin; verify vintage, volume and official estate wording | Pavillon Rouge or Margaux du Château Margaux |
| Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux | A separate official wine name | Do not shorten it to “Margaux” and treat it as Grand Vin |
| Margaux du Château Margaux | A separate red-wine expression | Do not merge it with Pavillon Rouge |
| Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux | A white wine with a different identity and colour | Do not place it in the Grand Vin red-wine comparison group |
Match the official vintage page to the bottle
- Select the correct wine in the estate’s official structure before opening its vintage page. If no page exists for that vintage, stop at the wording visible on the bottle.
- Photograph the front and back labels, neck, capsule, volume, ABV, bottle base and import label.
- Record fill level, leakage, label damage, wooden case and storage history separately; do not infer condition from a score.
- Grand Vin and the second or third wines are not the same comparison group, even in the same vintage.
Frequently asked questions about Château Margaux wines
Can Pavillon Rouge be recorded as Château Margaux Grand Vin?
No. They are separate official wines and require separate inventory and comparison groups.
Can Pavillon Blanc be placed in the same group as the red wines?
No. It is a white wine with a different identity, colour, condition observations and comparable evidence.
Does the same score establish the same bottle condition?
No. A score describes a wine or batch; verify each bottle’s fill level, capsule, provenance and storage separately.
Primary sources and scope
- Château Margaux official website: Supports the estate and its wine structure.
- Château Margaux official vintage pages: Supports research by official wine and vintage.
An official page supports only the names, specifications and history stated there. The vintage, version, authenticity, accessories and condition of an individual item must still be checked separately.
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Prepare verifiable records
When documenting Château Margaux and related wines, assign each bottle a unique number and use it across the full view, front, back, key markings, accessories, provenance and visible anomalies. Do not infer matters requiring measurement or physical inspection from similar online images. You can send a numbered list and clear photos via WhatsApp, or call +852 9453 0784. Making contact does not mean that an appraisal or quotation has been completed. Any conclusion remains subject to verifiable records and inspection of the item.
