Blason d'Issan (by Chateau d'Issan, Margaux 3rd Grand Cru Classe)

GRAPE VARIETIES: Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Merlot 60%

TASTING NOTES: The Blason d'Issan 2016 gives off a light nose of black fruit (blackberry) and oaky notes (autumn leaves). The wine is full-bodied on the palate and offers crunchy, ripe tannins.

FOOD PAIRINGS: Red Meat | BBQ | Cold Cuts | Pizza | Pasta | Bun Bo Nam Bo | Peking Duck

BRAND NAME: Château d'Issan

Château d’Issan, a castle and winery in the Margaux appellation, is classified as one of fourteen 3rd Grand Cru Classé in the historic 1855 classification. The estate’s reputation was already made back in 1152 when the wine was officially served at the wedding of Eleanor of Aquitaine to King Henry II. By inheritance and marriage, the estate has been handed down from owner to owner, and all of them have contributed in their own way to its renown and helped to forge its unique character. During the period between the two World Wars, the estate was unfortunately left to deteriorate, but was reawakened by the Cruse family, owners since 1945. Since 1998, as a result of investments made by Lionel’s son Emmanuel Cruse in the vines and cellars, Château d’Issan wines have become even more a faithful reflection of their exclusive terroir.