France

Margaux

Full

Natural Cork

High Cabernet Sauvignon levels come through in the focus on black fruit, with cassis, bilberry and blackberry bud that are edged with spice and clear menthol. It still feels pretty tight in its tannic structure. The aromatics are also very high, and have kept their impact. It has bright acidity and a juicy finish with a lot more life and interest than a great many Bordeaux 2002s. It's not exactly generous but with zip and power that puts it above many (perhaps because Margaux was one of the areas that managed to avoid the worst of the rain).  New cellars in this vintage.

Cabernet Sauvignon

Merlot

Château d'Issan, Margaux, 3ème Cru Classé, Bordeaux, France, 2002

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High Cabernet Sauvignon levels come through in the focus on black fruit, with cassis, bilberry and blackberry bud that are edged

Château d'Issan, Margaux, 3ème Cru Classé, Bordeaux, 2002

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