Chateau D'issan

1979 Margaux Red Blend

An Eliot Thomas Selection Chateau D'issan is a mesmerizing red blend from the prestigious Margaux region, celebrated for crafting exquisite wines that showcase terroir and complexity. The 1979 vintage reveals a captivating deep red hue, enticing the senses even before the first sip. On the palate, this well-structured wine exhibits a bold and full-bodied character, complemented by a vibrant acidity that provides balance and freshness, making each sip a delightful experience. The fruit intensity is pronounced, with luscious notes of dark berries seamlessly mingling with hints of tobacco and spice, showcasing the matured elegance that only time can bestow. Tannins are firm yet graceful, delivering a structured mouthfeel that enhances the wine's legacy. This blend, characterized by its dry profile, invites enthusiastic enjoyment and promises to delight wine lovers with its rich history and depth of flavor.

Tasting notes:

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Cedar

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Margaux

Margaux is one of the most important appellations in Bordeaux. It lies in the southern part of the Haut-Médoc on the Left Bank of the Gironde River. Unlike other prestigious Bordeaux appellations, Margaux's vineyards are not separated by quality. This means that vines belonging to the most celebrated châteaux often sit side-by-side with those of less exclusive wineries. All vineyards here benefit from the same gravel-rich soil and climate. Margaux wines tend to follow the typical Bordeaux blend, boasting a higher percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon than Merlot. These supple reds tend to have a strong, stable core of blackcurrant underpinned by a touch of cedar from time spent in oak. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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