This domain is classified ** in the guide to the best wines of France published by La Revue du Vin de France.
It is an essential area of French terroir.
The unique terroir of Château Giscours is composed of three beautiful gravelly hillocks, a mark of the Garonne, dating from the Quaternary era and facilitating drainage. Added to this, the generosity of the climate, all the conditions are met to make this Margaux a wine of divine balance. It reveals aromas of black fruits and spices and will be the fabulous companion of red or white meat, game or cheese.
| VINEYARD |
Bordeaux |
| WINE REGION |
Medoc |
| YEAR |
2020 |
| VITICULTURE |
Reasoned |
| DOMAIN |
Giscours Castle |
| NAME |
Margaux |
| COLOR |
Red |
| ALCOHOL DEGREES |
13.5% vol. |
| GRAPE VARIETY |
Cabernet Sauvignon 56%, Merlot 44% |
The Estate
Château Giscours, located in the prestigious Bordeaux wine region, embodies the elegance and history of French wine. Nestled in the heart of the Margaux appellation, this prestigious wine estate enjoys an exceptional terroir, characterized by Garonne gravel soils. With a history dating back to the 14th century, Château Giscours has endured through the centuries while maintaining a constant commitment to quality and tradition. Its vineyards extend over hectares, producing mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot grape varieties. The wines that emanate from these vines benefit from meticulous viticultural expertise and careful vinification, resulting in wines of remarkable finesse, complex aromas and balanced tannic structure. Château Giscours, as a Grand Cru Classé, remains a must-see destination for wine lovers from around the world, offering an unforgettable sensory experience at the heart of Bordeaux winemaking excellence.
The terroir
The Château Giscours vineyard is located on soil composed of three deep Garonne gravel ridges which promote the ripening of the berries.
The grape variety
Cabernet Sauvignon is a grape with firm and crisp flesh that brings structure, freshness and density and Merlot produces round and powerful wines. Both have good aging potential.
The wine
Château Giscours is a wine with a strong personality, it is voluptuous and gourmet and reveals fine and silky tannins on the palate. This small bottle reflects the know-how and expertise of the Château teams. This Margaux wine will be enjoyed with red meat, game or poultry and will also pair perfectly with a soft cheese. It also has extraordinary aging potential.
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