Rated equal to, or slightly higher than, similar wines at this price point
Winery | Château d'Issan |
|---|---|
Grapes | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
Region | Bordeaux Supérieur |
Wine style | Bordeaux Red |
Alcohol content | 13.5% |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Wine description | Eye:beautiful burgundy color Nose:intense and complex, with notes of violet characteristics of Merlot Mouth:a flexible and fine wine, not supported nice tannins, roundness and sweetness |
Bordeaux has a cool marine coastal climate, with mild weather and no dry season. Bordeaux reds tend to be lower in alcohol and are slightly lighter in body.
Stylistically, they exhibit more nuanced flavors and less up-front fruit. Sophisticated and elegant, they pair well with game meats, roast lamb, or hearty beef stews.
Bordeaux is the largest wine producing region in France. It consists of tw...
