Château Giscours - La Sirene de Giscours - Margaux

89 points - The Wine Advocate
86 points - The Wine Advocate
Château Giscours - La Sirene de Giscours - Margaux - 2014 - 75cl - Onshore Cellars

Château Giscours - La Sirene de Giscours - Margaux

89 points - The Wine Advocate
86 points - The Wine Advocate
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Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 La Sirene de Giscours features red and black currant compote on the nose with earth and herbs plus a touch of meats. The palate is full-bodied, firm and chewy with lively herbal sparks among the dense black fruits, finishing a little hot.
The 2014 La Sirène de Giscours is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. It has a light, cedar-scented bouquet that feels a little rustic. The palate is medium-bodied with high acidity on the entry. It feels a little pinched and needs more flesh to develop toward the finish.
La Sirene de Giscours is the second wine of Château Giscours. From the young vines of the property, the wine presents flexibility, elegance and aromatic freshness; it allows us to approach the style of the famous Cru Classé after only a few years in the bottle. Rich, fleshy, the great Château Giscours wine is always of great finesse of tannins and remarkable aromatic purity underlined by fine spices; it is cut for long years of aging.

Château Giscours is a renowned winery located in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France. The estate has a long and rich history dating back to the 14th century when it was owned by the Knights Templar. In the 16th century, the property was acquired by the Giscours family, who gave the estate its name. Over the years, the estate has changed hands several times, but it has always been known for producing some of the finest wines in the region.

The vineyards at Château Giscours cover 80 hectares and are planted with a mix of grape varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. The estate's flagship wine is a blend of these varieties, with Cabernet Sauvignon typically making up the majority of the blend. The wine is aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months, which gives it a complex and layered flavour profile.

In addition to their flagship wine, Château Giscours also produces a second wine called La Sirene de Giscours. This wine is made from younger vines and is aged for a shorter period of time than the flagship wine. La Sirene de Giscours is a lighter and more approachable wine that is perfect for drinking in its youth.

Château Giscours is known for its traditional style of winemaking, which emphasises elegance and finesse over power and concentration. The wines are characterised by their balance and harmony, with a focus on the expression of the terroir. The estate's wines are highly sought after by collectors and wine enthusiasts around the world, and they consistently receive high scores from wine critics.

Overall, Château Giscours is a producer that embodies the best of Bordeaux winemaking. With a long and storied history, a commitment to quality, and a focus on tradition, this estate is sure to continue producing some of the finest wines in the region for years to come.

Type:
Red
Country:
France
Region:
Bordeaux
Appellation:
Margaux
Producer:
Château Giscours
Grapes/Blend:
Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Serving temp:
16° - 18° C
Pairing Sugesstions:
Beef, Lamb, Duck, Charcuterie and Cured Meats, Goose, Mushrooms, Grilled Vegetables, Aromatic Spices, Tomato-Based Dishes, Comté Cheese, Camembert

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Bordeaux

Bordeaux, in the southwest of France, needs little introduction as one of the world's most famous, prestigious and prolific wine regions. The majority of Bordeaux wines (nearly 90...
Bordeaux, in the southwest of France, needs little introduction as one of the world's most famous, prestigious and prolific wine regions. The majority of Bordeaux wines (nearly 90 percent of production volume) are the dry, medium- and full-bodied red Bordeaux Blends that established its reputation.

The finest (and most expensive) of these are the wines from the great châteaux of the Haut-Médoc and the Right Bank appellations Saint-Émilion and Pomerol. The former is focused (at the top level) on Cabernet Sauvignon, the latter pair on on Merlot.

The legendary reds are complemented by high-quality white wines based on Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc. These range from dry whites to challenge the best from the Burgundy region (Pessac-Léognan is particularly renowned) to the sweet, botrytized nectars of Sauternes.
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Margaux

Margaux

Margaux is a wine appellation located in the Bordeaux region of France. It is known for producing some of the finest red wines in the world, with a...

Margaux is a wine appellation located in the Bordeaux region of France. It is known for producing some of the finest red wines in the world, with a history dating back to the 12th century.

The style of production in Margaux is traditional, with a focus on producing wines that are elegant, refined, and complex. The grapes grown in this region are primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, with Cabernet Sauvignon being the dominant grape variety.

The wines produced in Margaux are typically medium to full-bodied, with a deep ruby color and aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and cedar. They are known for their silky tannins, balanced acidity, and long, complex finish. The best wines from Margaux can age for decades, developing even more complexity and depth over time.

One of the most famous estates in Margaux is Château Margaux, which has been producing wine since the 16th century. Their wines are known for their elegance, finesse, and balance, with a focus on expressing the unique terroir of the Margaux appellation.

Another notable estate in Margaux is Château Palmer, which produces wines that are rich, powerful, and complex. Their wines are a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot, with a focus on expressing the unique characteristics of each grape variety.

Overall, Margaux is a wine appellation that is steeped in history and tradition, with a focus on producing wines that are elegant, refined, and complex. The wines from this region are some of the finest in the world, and are highly sought after by wine enthusiasts and collectors alike.

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