Blason d’Issan 2016

    Blason d’Issan 2016

    Bordeaux • Margaux • Red

    £167.00 tax included
    £167.00 tax included
    £27.83 / unit
    Packaging : 6 x 75cl - Wooden Crate

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    Description

    • Country France
    • Region Bordeaux
    • Appellation Margaux
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 12.5
    • Vintage 2016
    • Grape varieties 53% Merlot, 47% Cabernet Sauvignon

    Located in the heart of the Margaux appellation, on the prestigious left bank of the Bordeaux wine region, Château d'Issan is one of the historic jewels of the Médoc. Classified as a Third Growth in 1855, this estate is distinguished by its unwavering commitment to excellence and its exceptional terroir. Blason d'Issan, the estate's second wine, perfectly embodies the refined style of Margaux: wines that are supple, elegant, and imbued with complexity. The 2016 vintage, a truly exceptional year, perfectly reflects the Château's identity and its meticulous winemaking expertise.

    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    The 2016 Blason d'Issan displays a beautiful, deep ruby ​​color with garnet highlights. The expressive nose blends notes of ripe red fruit, black cherry, and an elegant touch of fine oak. On the palate, the attack is supple, the body harmonious with silky tannins and lovely freshness. The persistent finish reveals aromas of wild berries and cedar.

    Food & wine pairings

    This Margaux pairs perfectly with a beef fillet, duck breast or roast poultry.
    Producer

    Producer

    The Château d'Issan vineyard stretches across deep gravel soils typical of the Médoc, resting on a clay-limestone subsoil. These conditions provide optimal drainage and slow ripening of the grapes, ideal for Cabernet Sauvignon. The vines used for Blason d'Issan benefit from controlled cover cropping and sustainable viticulture, guaranteeing the full expression of the terroir in each cuvée.

    Owner and history

    Château d'Issan has belonged to the Cruse family since 1945, and today they are supported by Jacky Lorenzetti, who also owns Château Pédesclaux in Pauillac. Together, they have undertaken a respectful modernization of the estate. Their vision: to combine Bordeaux tradition with winemaking innovation to guarantee wines of consistent quality. Their commitment to sustainable viticulture further strengthens Château d'Issan's reputation for excellence on the international stage.

    Vinification and aging

    The estate practices rigorous plot-by-plot vinification, with fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The 2016 Blason d'Issan is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, approximately one-third of which are new. This approach preserves the freshness of the fruit while refining the tannic structure, giving the wine suppleness, elegance, and aging potential.

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    The team's opinion

    This Margaux combines the finesse of the fruit with a perfectly integrated woody elegance, an irresistible treat to discover without delay.

    • Serving temperature 16-19°C

    • Climax 2020 à 2030

    Wine profile

    • fruity
    • wooded
    • complex
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