Château Giscours 2009

Producer: Château Giscours | Appellation: Margaux, Bordeaux, France
Vintage: 2009 | Classification: Troisième Cru Classé (Third Growth, 1855)
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Drinking Window: 2018–2045+ | Aging Potential: 30+ years

The Wine

The 2009 Château Giscours is a rich and powerful Margaux from one of Bordeaux’s most celebrated modern vintages. Warm, dry conditions throughout the growing season produced wines of exceptional ripeness, concentration, and balance.

Giscours excels in such vintages, delivering a wine that combines Margaux’s signature perfume and elegance with impressive depth and power. The 2009 shows generous fruit, silky tannins, and a refined structure that supports long-term ageing.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum layered with violet, cedar, graphite, and sweet spice.

Palate: Full-bodied and velvety, with a rich core of ripe dark fruit. Fine-grained tannins frame notes of cocoa, tobacco, and subtle mineral complexity.

Finish: Long, smooth, and persistent, with lingering floral lift and integrated oak.

Producer Details

Château Giscours is one of Margaux’s historic classified growths, with origins dating back to the 16th century. Its gravel-rich vineyards produce wines known for their aromatic complexity, elegance, and ageing potential.

Wine Details

Vinification: Fermented in temperature-controlled vats; aged approximately 17–18 months in French oak (around 50% new)
Alcohol Content: ~13.5–14% ABV
Cellaring: Drinking beautifully now with decanting, and will continue to evolve through 2045+

Food Pairing Suggestions

Ideal with:
– Roast beef or lamb
– Duck breast
– Game dishes
– Truffle-based cuisine
– Aged hard cheeses