Chateau Cissac – Cru Bourgeois, Haut-Medoc – 2018
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Classic and elegant Cru Bourgeois showing dark chocolate and beautifully balanced cedar notes and with a fine, long finish.
ABV:
13%
Vintage:
2018
Size:
75cl
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Sub-Region
Haut-Medoc Cru Bourgeois
Producer / Winery
Chateau Cissac
Grape Variety
- NA -
Style
Red Wine
Winemaker
Laurent Saint Pasteur
Closure
Natural Cork
Other Classifications
Suitable for
Vegetarians
Suitable for
Vegans
Contains
Egg
Contains
Milk
Contains
Sulphites
No
Sulphites
Organic
Wine
Biodynamic
Wine
PRODUCER NOTE:
In 1895, Jacques Mondon, a lawyer in Pauillac, acquired several vineyards in the parish of Cissac-Medoc. He combined these different vineyards under the name of Château Cissac. In 1940 Louis Vialard inherited the property from his grandparents Mondon and he set about the task of restoring the vineyards and the outbuildings as well as the family home. Louis who is largely responsible for the excellent reputation of the Chateau died in 2009. He is succeeded by his daughter Danielle and grandaughter Marie. ” The château is of a particular architectural style, ‘Chartreuse’ of the 18th century and is probably on the site of a Roman Villa.
VINEYARD:
The vines of Château Cissac are situated on a plateau with a soil composed of gravel deposits from the Garonne river from the Bunz-Mindel period, over chalk. It is located at an altitude of 27.5 metres above sea level, equivalent to the highest points of the neighbouring appellations, Saint Estèphe and Pauillac. Integrated pest management takes place throughout the vineyard, along with leaf thinning mechanically and manually in part of the vineyard, tillage of the soil and the planting of grass cover between the vines.
WINEMAKING:
Fermentation took place in both stainless steel and wooden vats, which brought out the best in each parcel of fruit, imparting subtle oak complexity. Exceptionally low fermentation temperatures resulted in good extraction while preserving the vibrant fruit and natural sweetness from the ripe berries. The wine was aged for 16 to 18 months in oak casks, of which 30% was new French oak.
TASTING NOTE:
Aromas of ripe blackberries are complemented by a hint of spice from the Petit Verdot. The ripe, firm tannins are balanced by freshness on the palate, through to a long, elegant finish.
GRAPE:
Cabernet Sauvignon 68%, Merlot 27%, Petit Verdot 5%.
COUNTRY:
France
REGION:
Bordeaux
SUB-REGION:
Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois
AWARDS:
• 93 Points, Wine Enthusiast, 2020
• 91 Points, Decanter, 2022
• 92/93 Points, James Suckling, 2022
PLEASE NOTE: The technical information on this wine is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. This information and bottle images may be subject to change according to vintage.
£23.10