La Sirène de Giscours 2021

A fresh and complex Second Wine from Margaux

The estate

Located on the left bank of Bordeaux, Château Giscours is a historic property of the Margaux appellation with vines planted for the first time in the 16th century. This superb 3rd Classified Growth of Margaux is a true standard of the Bordeaux region, with its distinctive architecture resembling a neoclassical palace, its unique park and its buildings, including the beautiful "Ferme Suzanne". In 1995, Château Giscours entered a new era of its history following its acquisition by the Albada Jelgersma family.

The vineyard

Château Giscours 2021 is a Margaux wine made from a 95-hectare vineyards used for production that is poised on a 300-hectare total surface area. A real gem, the Château Giscours terroir stands out for its 3 outcroppings of deep Garonnaise gravel, which play a decisive role in the ripening cycle of the grapes.

The wine

La Sirène de Giscours is the Second Wine of Château Giscours.

Vinification and ageing

Manual and optical sorting. Vinification in concrete and stainless steel vats. Maceration for 35 days at 28°C. Aged for 12 months in barrels.

The blend

Cabernet Sauvignon (60%)

Merlot (25%)

Cabernet Franc (15%).

La Sirène de Giscours 2021: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

With a beautiful freshness, this Second Wine from the Margaux appellation offers an alluringly fruity and spicy expression.