Château Giscours 2012, Margaux 3° Grand Cru Classé - Parker 89
€76.50
(€102.00 L)
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Elegant, crunchy black fruits on the nose and florality and ripeness on the palate. Typical classy Giscours with seductive charm and elegant tannins. decanter.com
Château Giscours 2012 is a red wine from the Margaux appellation, ranked as a 3rd Grand Cru Classé in 1855. This vintage is a blend of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, and 4% Petit Verdot. The vines average 40 years of age and grow on deep gravel soils. The wine is aged for 15 to 18 months in French oak barrels, 50% of which are new.
Ratings:
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Robert Parker: 89/100
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James Suckling: 92/100
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Wine Enthusiast: 93–95/100
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Wine Spectator: 90/100
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Bettane & Desseauve: 16.5/20
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La Revue du Vin de France: 16.5/20
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Guide Hachette: 1 star (very well made)
Tasting Notes:
Château Giscours 2012 has a deep, dense color. The nose reveals aromas of dark fruits, spices, and vanilla, typical of fine Margaux wines. On the palate, it is smooth, with silky tannins and a fruity finish. Its structure offers great aging potential.
Serving Suggestions:
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Serving temperature: 17–18°C
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Cellaring potential: Until 2030+
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Food pairings: Ideal with game, roast beef, or rib steak grilled over vine cuttings.
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Data sheet
| Volume | 0,75l |
| Vintage | 2012 |
| Alcohol | 13,5° |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites. |
| Packing | OWC 12 bottles |
| Vines | Cabernet Sauvignon 69%, Merlot 27%, Cabernet Franc |
| 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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