Château Giscours Haut-Médoc 2016 750ml

Elegant, structured, and exceptional value, Château Giscours Haut-Médoc 2016 is crafted by the renowned Château Giscours team using fruit from the estate's historic Haut-Médoc vineyards. A classic Left Bank Bordeaux from one of the appellation's most celebrated properties, this wine offers layers of blackcurrant, black cherry, and plum, complemented by cedar, spice, and subtle graphite. Fine tannins and fresh acidity deliver a polished, beautifully balanced wine with excellent ageing potential — and at this price, it represents outstanding value for a Giscours estate wine.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Blackcurrant, black cherry, cedar, graphite, and subtle spice
• Palate: Medium to full-bodied with ripe dark fruit, refined tannins, fresh acidity, and elegant oak integration
• Finish: Long, smooth, and beautifully balanced with lingering savoury notes

Winemaking

• Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot (approximately 50/50 blend) from Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France
• Sourced from Château Giscours' historic estate vineyards in the Haut-Médoc appellation
• Vinified and aged in French oak in the classic Left Bank Bordeaux tradition
• Crafted to reflect the elegance and structure of the 2016 vintage

Vineyard & Producer

Château Giscours is a prestigious Margaux estate with a history dating back to the 14th century, classified as a Troisième Grand Cru Classé in the famous 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Their Haut-Médoc is crafted from estate fruit outside the Margaux appellation boundary — offering the same winemaking expertise and terroir-driven philosophy at a more accessible price point. The 2016 vintage is widely regarded as one of Bordeaux's finest in a generation.

The 2016 Vintage

2016 is celebrated as one of Bordeaux's greatest modern vintages — a year of exceptional concentration, structure, and natural balance. Left Bank wines from this vintage are built for the long haul, with the depth and tannin structure to evolve beautifully over decades.

Food Pairing

• Grilled ribeye or roast lamb
• Duck or beef bourguignon
• Mushroom dishes
• Mature hard cheeses

Cellaring

Drinking well now with decanting. At its peak 2026–2035. Will continue to develop and reward patience.