Tasting Notes
JancisRobinson.com 17
53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc. Harvested 22 September to 13 October.Garnet hue. Riper notes and a greater expression of fruit. More charm and fragrance. Palate full and fleshy but fresh. Quality of tannin much improved. Pleasure now but still more to give.
Anticipated maturity: 2018-2032
Vinous 93
The 2009 Giscours has almost exactly the same nose as the last bottles, with hints of curry leaf infusing the black fruit. It still leans a little towards Saint-Julien in style, maybe with some Brettanomyces. Quite classic in style, the palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins and graphite-infused black fruit. It’s taut and fresh with a persistent finish. Excellent.
Anticipated maturity: 2024-2050
Robert Parker 89
The 2009 Giscours has a medium to deep garnet color and delivers evolved prunes, baked blackberries and fruitcake scents with an earthy, dried herbs and potpourri undercurrent plus a waft of sweaty leather. The medium to full-bodied palate has a rugged frame of chewy tannins and a firm grip on the somewhat rustic finish.
Anticipated maturity: 2019-2025
