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Issan 2008

Margaux, Third Growth

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Tasting Notes

A wonderful success of the vintage, the 2008 d'Issan exhibits a dark plum/garnet/purple color as well as abundant aromas of flowers, Asian spices, jammy plums and black currants. Broad, savory and medium to full-bodied with sweet tannin and an evolved, already delicious, complex style, this cuvee will age nicely for 10-15 years.

Score: 92

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2011-2026 03 May 2011

This beautifully elegant, precise, well-delineated 2008 displays a dense ruby/purple color as well as a sweet perfume of spring flowers, blue and black fruits, and subtle graphite and earth. Medium to full-bodied with a layered, expansive mouthfeel, impressive purity, and a long finish with no hint of aggressiveness, this effort should be at its peak in 4-6 years, and evolve for 20-25 years.

Score: 91 - 93

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2013 - 2038 30 April 2009

Sweet blackberry and mineral aromas follow through to a medium body, with polished tannins and a medium finish. A little hollow, but good quality. —J.S.

Score: 87 - 90

James Suckling, Wine Spectator 01 April 2009

This d’Issan takes a little coaxing from the glass, but it is worth the effort: blackberry, a touch of boysenberry and wild hedgerow. Good definition. The palate is medium-bodied, good weight and acidity, just a touch of dryness towards the finish but it has very good structure and persistency. Tight at the moment, but I think this will blossom once in bottle. A dark horse!

Score: 90 - 92

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 01 April 2009

68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot. Mild, ripe nose. Silky texture and great freshness. Attractive, complete, confident wine. Very Margaux. Or do I mean very Cantenac?

Score: 17

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2014-20 01 April 2009