Chateau Giscours 2019 75cl

Château Giscours 2019 is a refined and powerful Grand Cru Classé from Margaux, crafted from a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Merlot, offering a 75cl bottle with 13.5% alcohol.

Estate and Terroir
Château Giscours is located in the heart of the Margaux appellation, on a 95-hectare estate planted mainly with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, complemented by a few Petit Verdot vines 
ARVI SA. 

The terroir consists of deep gravels of Pyrenean and Garonne origin, promoting optimal ripening of the red grape varieties 
The Château's Cellar.

Wine Characteristics
Appellation: Margaux, AOC Bordeaux
Classification: 3rd Grand Cru Classé according to the 1855 classification 

Vintage: 2019
Volume: 75cl
Alcohol: 13.5%
Grape varieties: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot 

Color: Deep red, purple-garnet 

Aging: 17 months in oak barrels, 50% of which are new oak 

Tasting Notes
Nose: Aromas of black and blue fruits, cedar, tobacco, flowers, vanilla, spices, mint, chocolate 

Palate: Powerful and full-bodied, fine tannins, balanced structure, ripe and candied fruits, velvety texture and long finish 

Finish: Dense and elegant, with mineral and spicy notes, resulting from gentle extraction and long maceration to preserve finesse and three-dimensionality 

Food and Wine Pairings and Service
Serving temperature: 17 to 18°C
Decanting: Recommended about 1 hour before tasting 

Pairings: Grilled red meats (ribeye steak, entrecôte), leg of lamb, duck breast, cassoulet or duck confit for a harmonious regional pairing 

Aging and Maturity
Current stage: Youthful, ready to drink now but will reach its peak between 2034 and 2043 

Recommended aging: Keep from 2023 until 2047 to fully enjoy its evolution 

Awards and Reviews
James Suckling: 97/100, described as a rich, structured, fruity, and velvety wine 

Robert Parker: 95/100, aromatic, concentrated, and silky wine with a long finish 

Wine Spectator: 93/100, balance and complexity highlighted 

This technical sheet allows you to appreciate the rigor of the winemaking and the characteristic style of the 2019 vintage, an elegant, concentrated Margaux with long-term promise