La Sirène De Giscours 2019 75cl

General Presentation

Appellation: Margaux AOC

Region: Bordeaux, France

Vintage: 2019

Volume: 75 cl

Type: Red wine, second wine of the Grand Cru Classé Château Giscours

Terroir: Deep soils of Garonne gravels and glacial sands, benefiting from excellent grape ripeness thanks to ideal exposure and a temperate climate. Hand-harvested with careful sorting of the grapes.

Grape Blend
70% Cabernet Sauvignon
12% Merlot
9% Cabernet Franc
9% Petit Verdot

Vinification & Aging
Hand-harvested with selective sorting
Vinification in concrete and stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness and fruity aromas

Aged in French oak barrels for approximately 12 months, including 20% new barrels, to add complexity and tannic structure

Organoleptic Characteristics

Color: Intense red

Nose: Fruity aromatic palette, subtle Margaux nuances, elegant notes of black fruits, cedar, and vanilla

Palate: Dense, supple, and luscious, with silky tannins that blend with a creamy texture

Style: Balanced wine, both concentrated and fresh, offering juicy fruit and a beautiful length on the palate

Tasting Recommendations

Ideal serving temperature: Between 16 and 18°C

Food pairings: Pairs perfectly with roasted red meats, duck breast, dishes with wild mushrooms or truffles, as well as regional specialties such as duck confit or entrecôte à la bordelaise

Recommended aging period: Can be consumed young but has aging potential until approximately 2029, gaining complexity and elegance with age

Additional Information

The Château Giscours estate, 3rd Grand Cru Classé in 1855, is renowned for its traditional expertise combined with modern practices aimed at optimizing wine quality. La Sirène de Giscours, the second wine, embodies the elegance and finesse characteristic of the Margaux appellation, while offering a more accessible and fruity style.
This 2019 cuvée fully expresses the richness of the Margaux terroir in a supple, luscious style, while remaining true to the technical standards of the Grand Cru.