Wines Margaux Château Issan - 2005

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Château Issan 2005 from Margaux is an exceptional red Bordeaux wine, renowned for its elegance and finesse. Predominantly made from Cabernet Sauvignon, with a proportion of Merlot, this wine displays the subtle complexity typical of the Margaux appellation. The 2005 vintage benefits from an outstanding growing season, with ideal temperatures and optimal ripening. Vinification at Château Issan combines traditional methods with precise control, ensuring respectful extraction and the development of silky tannins. The terroir, with its deep gravel soils overlaying clay, imparts structure and minerality to the wine, while the château’s centuries-old expertise brings out aromatic depth and a remarkable ageing potential.

The Margaux region, situated in the heart of the Médoc on Bordeaux’s Left Bank, is celebrated for crafting some of the world’s most graceful and perfumed wines. The climate here is mostly temperate, with the moderating influence of the Atlantic and the Gironde estuary helping to avoid extremes, while the well-drained gravel soils encourage the vine roots to delve deep. This combination fosters grapes of exceptional purity and aromatic complexity. Margaux has a rich winemaking history, dating back to the Roman era and becoming especially prominent during the classification of 1855, which recognised the region’s grandest estates.

With its alluring bouquet of blackcurrant, violet, cedar, and subtle hints of tobacco and truffle, Château Issan 2005 is a perfect partner for refined dishes. Roast lamb with Provençal herbs, tournedos Rossini, or a classic fillet of beef with wild mushrooms would be superb pairings. For a regional touch, try with canard aux cerises or entrecôte à la Bordelaise. Mature cow's milk cheeses, such as Comté or aged Cantal, also complement its complexity.

For optimal enjoyment, decant this wine for at least an hour to allow its aromas and flavours to open fully. Serve at a temperature of 16-18°C. This will reveal the wine’s full aromatic spectrum while maintaining its freshness and elegance.