Château Giscours 2012 [magnum]

Jane Anson - Inside Bordeaux

Vinum Wine Magazine

Wine Enthusiast

This firm, dry wine is solidly rich and full in the mouth. With fine acidity and black currant fruit that show through the tannins, it is a wine with considerable potential.

VertdeVin

The nose is fine and expresses notes of black fruits (blackcurrant, plum), gooseberry, grass, spices accompanied by a slightly woody. The palate is elegant, rich and made ​​juicy fruits (plum, blackcurrant, raspberry, cherry) with notes of spices. A seductive wine as the nose and as the mouth.

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Tasted at the Château Giscours vertical and a few months later again at the property, the 2012 Château Giscours is a blend of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc picked between September 27 and October 17. It has a rather conservative nose with raspberry, fresh strawberry, tobacco and light licorice scents. The palate is medium-bodied with supple black fruit, but with slightly aggressive acidity. Like the 2013, though to a lesser extent, it needs to show a little more concentration and finesse on the finish; but otherwise, enjoy this over the next decade or so. Tasted March 2016.

Decanter Magazine

This is not as concentrated as some vintages, but is an enjoyable Giscours with plenty going for it over the medium term. Smoky black fruit aromas lead to good weight on the attack and through the mid-palate, suggesting careful and well-controlled extraction of ripe fruits. This takes its time to open and is relatively subdued, but has an enjoyable depth and spiciness. The acidity is juicy rather than tight.

James Suckling

A bright and fruity wine with a hot stone and currant character. Medium to full body, silky tannins and a fresh finish. Citrus undertone. Drink or hold.