“A fabulous Giscours this year, which truly showcases the efforts and hard work put into this estate. A deep, dark nose with notes of blackcurrant leaf, dark chocolate, violet, and purple flowers, along with a hint of medicinal herbs, mint, and cinnamon—yet with great delicacy and precision. Truly refined aromas. An elegant and silky palate, with perfectly balanced tannins that provide structure without overpowering. Astonishing depth and complexity, so well-balanced and executed, with great concentration, yet dark and melancholic—neither heavy nor sunny—fresh and calm, yet also concentrated and determined. A Margaux par excellence, without any excess. It truly embodies the personality of the vintage with the energy, tension, concentration, juice, freshness, maturity, and structure carried by the acidity characteristic of Bordeaux. ” (Decanter 2026)
Delivery: First half of 2028
Packaging: Neutral box for 1 to 5 bottles purchased and original wooden case for multiples of 6 bottles
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Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide): 4* Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
This vast 300-hectare estate (80 hectares of which are under cultivation), located in Labarde, has had a turbulent history due to complicated family successions. The vineyards have remained in the Tari family since 1952, but the wine is produced by a talented team led by Alexander van Beek, inspired by the courage of the late Éric Albada Jelgersma. As the estate’s winemaker, he had restored it to its rightful level. Due to its terroir, this wine produces a particularly colorful and full-bodied Margaux with exceptional aging potential, possessing a character quite distinct from the wines of the appellation’s northern section. When at its best, it can rival Château Palmer, yet its prices remain more reasonable than those of its rival.
Decanter
Wine rated (2026 guide) 96/100
About the wine:
A fabulous Giscours this year, which truly showcases the efforts and hard work put into this estate. A deep, dark nose with notes of blackcurrant leaf, dark chocolate, violet, and purple flowers, along with a hint of medicinal herbs, mint, and cinnamon—yet all with great delicacy and precision. Truly refined aromas. An elegant and silky palate, with perfectly balanced tannins that provide structure without overpowering. Astonishing depth and complexity, so well-balanced and executed, with great concentration, yet dark and melancholic—neither heavy nor sunny—fresh and calm, yet also concentrated and determined. A Margaux par excellence, without any excess. It truly embodies the personality of the vintage with the energy, tension, concentration, juice, freshness, maturity, and structure carried by the acidity characteristic of Bordeaux. pH of 3.68. A yield of 30 hl/ha. 2032–2049
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2021 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
Giscours is one of the largest estates in the Médoc (100 hectares), dominated by a monumental château built by the Counts of Pescatore, a family of bankers, to host Empress Eugénie when she visited her summer residence in Biarritz. Highly representative of a Médoc grand cru through its architecture, Giscours is equally so through its beautiful terroir of deep gravel, characterized by great homogeneity. This third-growth Margaux estate also owns plots in the Haut-Médoc appellation for two labels: Ch. Duthil and the Haut-Médoc de Giscours.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2023 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
The estate, leased by the Dutch Albada Jelgersma family, is managed by the talented Alexander Van Beek. Let’s set aside the legal disputes between the Tari family, the landowners, and the leaseholders, and focus on the wines. Giscours benefits from a first-rate terroir, as evidenced by many older vintages. Like many others, it went through a brief slump in the 1990s and 2000s. A major restructuring of the vineyard has allowed the estate to bounce back, and recent vintages have returned to its full-bodied, intense style.
Vinous
Wine rated (2026 guide) 95-97/100
James Suckling
Wine rated (2028 guide) 97-98/100
About the wine:
A balanced and harmonious red wine that combines finesse, texture, and a long finish. It offers aromas of red fruit, cedar, pebbles, and baking spices. Medium-bodied, it features fine tannins. Velvety and alluring, it offers a long, flavorful, and precise finish. A blend composed of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Franc.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2026 guide) 97-98/100
About the wine:
The intensity and freshness of the bouquet go hand in hand with its subtlety. No single element dominates; rather, it is the overall profile that leads the nose, with notes of cherries and blueberries complemented by freshness, hints of eucalyptus, and notes of garrigue. Regarding the bouquet, it is worth noting that a wine that manages to combine intensity and subtlety is bound to have greatness in its sights. The silky, lively attack heralds a vibrant, powerful, elegant, and perfectly balanced wine. Its tannins provide solid support, delivering energy and precision, while the acidity ensures freshness right through to the finish. The finish benefits from this energy, which transforms tension into a driving force designed to extend it. At times, one finds oneself beginning to daydream, perhaps even dozing off, before an energizing spark brings us back to reality… to experience a waking dream! A full-bodied, muscular, vigorous, and persistent wine. A muscular marathon runner who will set off for a second lap once he has crossed the finish line at full speed. That’s what you call persistence. A bewildering, fascinating, invigorating wine! What a character! 2030–2065
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