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Chateau Durfort-Vivens, a 2nd Grand Cru Classé from 1855 in Margaux, has been certified as bio and biodynamic. It is Margaux's first double-certified Cru Classé.
Gonzague Lurton, the proprietor, seeks the most pure expression of fruit in his wines. The amphorae are an unavoidable element of the wine-making process. His chai d'amphores is now the largest in volume in the World.
The Durfort de Duras, a strong family from the south-west of France who moved to Margaux in the 14th century, gave their name to Château Durfort-Vivens. The name of the Viscount of Vivens was added to that of Durfort in 1824.
Durfort-Vivens was classified as a Second Cru Classé in 1855. Vivens, the second wine, was introduced in 2004 and is made mostly from younger vines and chosen parcels.
A delicious, classic Margaux wine, with juicy, ripe fruit aromas In the mouth, it is supple-textured and beautifully balanced, with excellent sustain on the finish
