‘The 2021 D'Issan offers up attractive aromas of wild berries, violets, fresh mint and pencil shavings, followed by a medium to full-bodied, polished and seamless palate that's layered and suave, with a pretty core of fruit framed by sweet, powdery tannins. This elegant, sensual wine will offer a broad drinking window. 2025-2045’ – William Kelley, Wine Advocate, 92/100
‘The 2021 d'Issan was matured in 50% new oak and bottled in June. This displays admirable vivacity on the nose, mainly red-fruited, with clove, a touch of mocha and hints of pencil shavings surfacing with time in the glass--well-defined and "correct". The palate is pliant on the entry with a slight creaminess to the texture. Showing red berry fruit, allspice and hints of cinnamon and white pepper, this exerts a gentle grip with quite a persistent aftertaste. Just a bit short and light on the finish, it doesn't have the finesse of the 2019 or 2020, but it has plenty of character and will drink after six or seven years. 2025-2045’ – Neal Martin, Vinous, 90/100
‘The 2021 d'Issan was matured in 50% new oak and bottled in June. This displays admirable vivacity on the nose, mainly red-fruited, with clove, a touch of mocha and hints of pencil shavings surfacing with time in the glass--well-defined and "correct". The palate is pliant on the entry with a slight creaminess to the texture. Showing red berry fruit, allspice and hints of cinnamon and white pepper, this exerts a gentle grip with quite a persistent aftertaste. Just a bit short and light on the finish, it doesn't have the finesse of the 2019 or 2020, but it has plenty of character and will drink after six or seven years. 2025-2045’ – Neal Martin, Vinous, 90/100
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Alcohol | 13% |
| Blend information | 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec and 1% Petit Verdot |
| Drink to | Drink or cellar |
| Variety | Bordeaux Blend |
| Rating | WA 92 |
| Producer information | The history of Château d’Issan dates back to the 12th century and has passed through a number of different owners and families over the centuries. The Château got its name from the Essenault family who owned the property from 1575 onwards. They contracted their name to ‘Issan’ and thus Château d’Issan was created. Château d’Issan was the favoured wine of many, including the likes of Emperor Franz-Joseph of Austria, Thomas Jefferson, and was reportedly served at the wedding of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Henri Plantagenet, future King of England in 1152. Today the 120-hectare property with its picturesque château is run by Emmanuel Cruse together with Françoise and Jacky Lorenzetti. |
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CELLARING:
Wine Cellar offers professional wine storage at our premises in Cape Town. If you are not an existing cellaring client, please view our rates and set up an account by visiting our cellaring page.
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For this special overnight road service, orders must be placed before 13h00 SAST. The order will be delivered by the close of business the following working day.
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