Château Giscours 2022, Margaux 3° Grand Cru Classé - Parker 96
€81.90
(€109.20 l)
Tax included
This estate is now enjoying its finest run since its glory days in the 1970s, and the 2020 Giscours is excellent.
General Description
Château Giscours 2022 is a red wine from the Margaux appellation, classified 3ᵉ Grand Cru in 1855. It is distinguished by its elegance, finesse and great ageing potential.
Blend
This vintage is composed of:
- 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc
The harvest took place between 1 and 29 September 2022. Vinification was meticulous, with manual and optical sorting, and maceration for 35 days at 28°C. The wine was aged for 17 months in French oak barrels, 50% of which were new.
Tasting notes:
The nose is refined, with aromas of black fruit (blackberry, black cherry), violet, peony, with hints of raspberry, star anise, bergamot and a mineral touch.
On the palate, the wine is silky and well-structured, with fine tannins and a lovely freshness. There are flavours of plum and bright red fruit, with a slightly toasty, mineral finish.
Critics' scores
- James Suckling: 97-98 / 100
- Wine Advocate (Parker): 94-96+ / 100
- Decanter: 96 / 100
- Vinous (Neal Martin): 95-97 / 100
- Jeb Dunnuck: 94-96 / 100
- Yves Beck: 96-98 / 100
- Revue du Vin de France: 95-96 / 100
- Vertdevin: 96 / 100
Food and wine pairings
This wine goes perfectly with game, red meat in sauce or grilled, and mature cheeses.
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Data sheet
| Volume | 0,75l |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Alcohol | 13,5° |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites. |
| Packing | OWC 6 bottles |
| Vines | Cabernet Sauvignon 70%, Merlot 25%, Petit Verdot 5% |
| Storage advice | Great cellaring potential |
| Consumption guidelines | Drink between 16 and 18°C. |
| Taste | Dry |
| Producer | Château Giscours, 10 Route de Giscours, 33460 Labarde, France |
| Bottling | Mis en bouteille au Château |
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This estate is now enjoying its finest run since its glory days in the 1970s, and the 2020 Giscours is excellent.