2013-CHÂTEAU-GISCOURS-3ème-Cru-Classé-Margaux

CHÂTEAU GISCOURS

2018 3ème Cru Classé Margaux

Colour Red
Origin France, Bordeaux
Sub-district Haut Médoc
Village Margaux
Classification 3ème Cru Classé
ABV 13%

This Giscours has a rich, dark fruited nose and the oak is still quite apparent. There's lots of sweet spice and toast in the background that should integrate over time. On the palate there is lots of volume and concentration but it's a little on the solid side. Not the most elegant or energetic Margaux but it will please many. The finish has big billowing tannins that will need plenty of time to mellow. Drinking range: 2028 - 2045 L&S (Apr 2019)


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Château Giscours

Margaux Troisième cru 1855 Château Giscours has had many owners over the years since Pierre de Lhomme bought "Guyscoutz" in 1552 and laid out an estate and vineyards. The present château was built in 1847 by Count de Pescatore. Like many Bordelais estates, Giscours was in poor condition after World War II, but its fortunes were rescued by Nicolas Tari who bought the property in 1954 and set about restoring and enlarging Giscours. In 1995, Giscours' business activities were purchased by Eric Albada Jelgersma, the owner of near-by Château du Tertre. The 83ha of vineyard are 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. The Grand Vin spends 15 to 18 months in wood (50% new). Château Giscours is home to the Bordeaux Giscours Cricket Club - the national champions!

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