D'Issan
Always a much-loved Margaux estate, Château d’Issan is famed for hosting the wedding of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine, and dating back to 1152, it is one of the oldest Châteaux in Bordeaux. A string of recent successful vintages has raised the estate's profile once again and it is now recognised as an outstanding value Margaux.
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Bordeaux | 10 | 86-88 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. VAT
£422.98 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (86-88)The 2021 Blason d’Issan has a perfumed blackberry, wild strawberry and iris petal bouquet that unfolds slowly in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, good structure and a brisk, lightly spiced finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,020.78 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (WS) |
Inc. VAT
£481.00 |
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Wine Spectator (90)Plenty of blackberry, currant and cherry character. Medium- to full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, fruity aftertaste. A mellow and well-defined '96. One of the best Issans in ages. Best after 2000. 10,000 cases made. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (WE) |
Inc. VAT
£1,173.67 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)94-96 A very structured wine, retaining great acidity and freshness. The tannins cut right to the heart of the wine. The aftertaste is solid and chunky. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (WE) |
Inc. VAT
£895.24 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)94-96 A very structured wine, retaining great acidity and freshness. The tannins cut right to the heart of the wine. The aftertaste is solid and chunky. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£919.27 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2012 Château d’Issan, builds on the richness of the second wine and adds more body, structure and density. It has an inky purple color and a stunning nose of spring flowers, blueberry and blackberry fruit as well as touches of incense and graphite. Medium to full-bodied and stunningly concentrated, this 2012 is a great success in the vintage, one of the superstars. Moreover, its precociousness suggests it could be drunk in the next 4-5 years or cellared through 2025. I underrated this wine dramatically in my report of April, 2013 (Issue 206). |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 95+ (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£903.67 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (95+)The 2015 d'Issan is a total knock-out. Spectacularly ripe and intense, the 2015 exudes richness in all of its dimensions. Super-ripe dark plum, lavender, spice, savory herbs, iron, smoke and new leather add myriad shades of nuance to this super-ripe, decidedly hedonistic Margaux. A powerful, dense wine, the 2015 is going to need a number of years before it is close to being ready to drink. I was quite impressed with d'Issan both times I tasted it. The 2015 has really come along nicely. The blend is 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Merlot, aged in 50% new oak. Eric Boissenot consults. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£474.04 |
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James Suckling (96-97)This is so energetic for a young d’Issan with lots of white pepper, crushed stones and blackberries. Full body, ultra-fine tannins and great length. One of the greatest ever. Superb depth and intensity to this real Bordeaux. Wow. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£694.87 |
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James Suckling (93-94)This sneaks up on you with a pretty density of ripe fruit such as plums and strawberries. Full body, layered and ripe tannins set this young wine up for a tannic and fruity finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£668.47 |
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James Suckling (96-97)This is a very pure expression of cabernet sauvignon with blackcurrants, blackberries and tar. Wet earth, too. It’s full-bodied, yet very tight and reserved. Extremely racy, intense finish. This is super precise. Classical. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£319.24 |
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James Suckling (96-97)This is a very pure expression of cabernet sauvignon with blackcurrants, blackberries and tar. Wet earth, too. It’s full-bodied, yet very tight and reserved. Extremely racy, intense finish. This is super precise. Classical. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£873.67 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Extremely floral and fruity with currants and blackberries. It’s full-bodied and very layered with delicious, dense character. Full-bodied with dusty, layered tannins. Rich, but not heavy. Long and chewy on the finish. 55% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot, 3% cabernet franc, 2% petit verdot and 1% malbec. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£355.24 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Extremely floral and fruity with currants and blackberries. It’s full-bodied and very layered with delicious, dense character. Full-bodied with dusty, layered tannins. Rich, but not heavy. Long and chewy on the finish. 55% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot, 3% cabernet franc, 2% petit verdot and 1% malbec. |
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D'Issan
(12x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 96-97 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£489 -
£581
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James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |
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Bordeaux | 14 | 96-97 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£299.09 |
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James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |
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Bordeaux | 16 | 96-97 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£293.09 |
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James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 86-88 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£314.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (86-88)The 2021 Blason d’Issan has a perfumed blackberry, wild strawberry and iris petal bouquet that unfolds slowly in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, good structure and a brisk, lightly spiced finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
£825.00 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (WS) |
In Bond
£388.00 |
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Wine Spectator (90)Plenty of blackberry, currant and cherry character. Medium- to full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, fruity aftertaste. A mellow and well-defined '96. One of the best Issans in ages. Best after 2000. 10,000 cases made. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (WE) |
In Bond
£946.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)94-96 A very structured wine, retaining great acidity and freshness. The tannins cut right to the heart of the wine. The aftertaste is solid and chunky. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (WE) |
In Bond
£730.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)94-96 A very structured wine, retaining great acidity and freshness. The tannins cut right to the heart of the wine. The aftertaste is solid and chunky. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
£734.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2012 Château d’Issan, builds on the richness of the second wine and adds more body, structure and density. It has an inky purple color and a stunning nose of spring flowers, blueberry and blackberry fruit as well as touches of incense and graphite. Medium to full-bodied and stunningly concentrated, this 2012 is a great success in the vintage, one of the superstars. Moreover, its precociousness suggests it could be drunk in the next 4-5 years or cellared through 2025. I underrated this wine dramatically in my report of April, 2013 (Issue 206). |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 95+ (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£721.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (95+)The 2015 d'Issan is a total knock-out. Spectacularly ripe and intense, the 2015 exudes richness in all of its dimensions. Super-ripe dark plum, lavender, spice, savory herbs, iron, smoke and new leather add myriad shades of nuance to this super-ripe, decidedly hedonistic Margaux. A powerful, dense wine, the 2015 is going to need a number of years before it is close to being ready to drink. I was quite impressed with d'Issan both times I tasted it. The 2015 has really come along nicely. The blend is 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Merlot, aged in 50% new oak. Eric Boissenot consults. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
In Bond
£379.00 |
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James Suckling (96-97)This is so energetic for a young d’Issan with lots of white pepper, crushed stones and blackberries. Full body, ultra-fine tannins and great length. One of the greatest ever. Superb depth and intensity to this real Bordeaux. Wow. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
In Bond
£547.00 |
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James Suckling (93-94)This sneaks up on you with a pretty density of ripe fruit such as plums and strawberries. Full body, layered and ripe tannins set this young wine up for a tannic and fruity finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
In Bond
£525.00 |
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James Suckling (96-97)This is a very pure expression of cabernet sauvignon with blackcurrants, blackberries and tar. Wet earth, too. It’s full-bodied, yet very tight and reserved. Extremely racy, intense finish. This is super precise. Classical. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96-97 (JS) |
In Bond
£250.00 |
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James Suckling (96-97)This is a very pure expression of cabernet sauvignon with blackcurrants, blackberries and tar. Wet earth, too. It’s full-bodied, yet very tight and reserved. Extremely racy, intense finish. This is super precise. Classical. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
In Bond
£696.00 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Extremely floral and fruity with currants and blackberries. It’s full-bodied and very layered with delicious, dense character. Full-bodied with dusty, layered tannins. Rich, but not heavy. Long and chewy on the finish. 55% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot, 3% cabernet franc, 2% petit verdot and 1% malbec. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 97-98 (JS) |
In Bond
£280.00 |
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James Suckling (97-98)Extremely floral and fruity with currants and blackberries. It’s full-bodied and very layered with delicious, dense character. Full-bodied with dusty, layered tannins. Rich, but not heavy. Long and chewy on the finish. 55% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot, 3% cabernet franc, 2% petit verdot and 1% malbec. |
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D'Issan
(12x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 96-97 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£489 -
£581
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James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |
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Bordeaux | 14 | 96-97 (JS) |
In Bond
£230.00 |
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James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |
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Bordeaux | 16 | 96-97 (JS) |
In Bond
£225.00 |
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James Suckling (96-97)The purity of the fruit is really wonderful here, with blackcurrants, orange peel and raspberries. Aromatic. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. But it remains linear and vivid. The quality of the tannins and the powdery texture are really alluring. Silky. And so precise. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 2.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot. 13.83% alcohol. 3.66 pH. |