Description
The 2016 Blason d’Issan is the second wine from the prestigious Château d’Issan, located in the Margaux appellation of the Médoc. This vintage is highly regarded for its finesse, balance, and complexity, offering an elegant interpretation of the Margaux terroir. As the second wine, Blason d’Issan allows wine lovers to experience the quality and style of Château d’Issan at a more accessible price while retaining much of the sophistication of the first wine.
Blend
The 2016 Blason d’Issan is a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, two grape varieties that complement each other perfectly. Merlot adds roundness, fruitiness, and softness, while Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure, depth, and spicy notes. This harmonious blend creates an elegant wine that stays true to the Margaux style.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: The wine displays a deep red color with purple reflections, indicating good concentration and youthful promise.
Nose: The nose is aromatic and complex, offering ripe red fruit aromas such as cherry, raspberry, and blackcurrant. There are also notes of violet, cedar, tobacco, and sweet spices, with subtle hints of chocolate and vanilla from barrel aging.
Palate: On the palate, the wine is elegant and well-balanced, with fine, silky tannins. The red fruit flavors unfold with touches of licorice, cedar, and light spices. The finish is fresh, persistent, and harmonious, offering good length and well-integrated aromas.
Aging Potential
The 2016 Blason d’Issan is already enjoyable but has the potential to evolve and develop over the next 5 to 10 years. Its structure and balance allow it to age gracefully, offering an enriched tasting experience with time.
Food Pairings
This Margaux pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, including grilled or roasted red meats such as ribeye steak, beef fillet, or lamb rack. It also complements saucy dishes, roasted poultry, and aged cheeses like Comté or goat cheese. Mushroom-based or roasted vegetable dishes will enhance the wine’s aromatic complexity.
