An elegantly rare red wine from Margaux
Classified Third Growth in the Margaux appellation, Chateau Giscours is a red wine produced on a vineyard that covers 94 hectares. The vines grown on the vineyard are Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (32%), Cabernet Franc (5%) and Petit Verdot (3%). The terroir is composed of gravel from the Garonne and sand. The wine is aged for 15-18 months, depending on the vintage, in French oak barrels. 2010's vintage is a blend of 71% Cabernet Sauvignon and 29% Merlot.
Chateau Giscours 2010 is a fine wine with incomparable elegance. It's cleverly presented marriage between delicacy and the persistence of the aromas, define it as a fantastic wine from Margaux. The Grand Cru has excellent aging potential from 8-20, depending on the vintage
This commentary describes the general profile of the wine. It is important to take into account the specific product and how it ages over time.
Deep garnet in color, the 2010 Giscours slips seductively out of the glass with notions of baked black cherries, mulberries and plum preserves plus hints of cassis, pencil lead and dried Provence herbs. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is toting a fair amount of oak with a sturdy frame of chewy tannins, coming through with a long, fruity finish.