# Château Giscours (2020)

- **Producer:** Château Giscours
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
- **Region:** Bordeaux, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €65
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–20 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cedar, red plum, blackcurrant, black cherry, chocolate, vanilla, coffee, cloves, leather, dried fruit, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

Château Giscours 2020 is a red wine from the Margaux appellation in Bordeaux, France, classified as a Third Growth in the 1855 classification. The estate, with a history dating back to the 14th century, is managed by the Albada Jelgersma family, who have invested in modernizing the property. The 2020 vintage was shaped by a hot, dry summer following a wet spring, resulting in reduced yields and concentrated fruit. The vineyards are situated on gravel outcrops.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards planted on gravel outcrops.
- 2020 yields were among the lowest in a decade.
- Estate history dates back to 1330.
- Recognized as a Third Growth in 1855.

## Food pairing

The wine's structured tannins and medium-plus body are well-suited to complement the proteins in rich meat dishes, softening their texture and enhancing their savory notes. Flavors of dark fruit and subtle oak in the wine can echo or contrast with the herbs, spices, and reductions used in these preparations.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Château Giscours 2020 begins with manual and optical sorting of the grapes. Fermentation occurs in concrete and stainless-steel vats for about 35 days, including maceration. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 17 months in French oak barrels, with 50% new oak usage. The harvest took place between September 8th and October 2nd.