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Giscours Half 2005

375 ml Cabernet Sauvignon 62%, Merlot 32%, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot Bordeaux, France 2005

Giscours Half 2005 is a dry, full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc (Margaux, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork. Cheapest offer £55.00 at Hedonism Wines.

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Taste profile
inferred · confidence 0.55
sweetness
1 / 5
dry
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
body
4 / 5
full
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior · merchant: medium-bodied
tannin
4 / 5
firm
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
acidity
4 / 5
fresh
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
oak
4 / 5
noticeable
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
Estimates by WineGenie, not the merchant's or a critic's words. Built from the grape's typical profile, the appellation, terms in the name and the merchant's description. How this works.
Facts
Style
Full, structured reds
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Colour
Red
inferred from Margaux
Origin
Margaux · Bordeaux · France
inferred from Margaux
Grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
lexicon
ABV
not stated by merchant
Farming
not stated
Vegan
not stated
Critic score
none
merchant feed
Drinking window
not stated
Decant
not stated
Food
inferred from grape and style
Occasions
dinner party · steak night · gift
inferred
About Cabernet Sauvignon
Typical aromas: blackcurrant, black cherry, cedar, mint, green bell pepper when unripe. Serve at 16–18 °C. Grape page.
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Merchant's description

Giscours 2005 is a Left Bank Bordeaux from an esteemed Margaux estate. This vintage is a blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 32% Merlot, with small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The wine showcases a variety of black fruit characteristics, alongside hints of spice, oak and earthy nuances. Its structure is medium to full-bodied, with a defined tannin profile. This half-bottle format offers a convenient option for informal occasions while maintaining the wine’s integrity. Best enjoyed until 2030.

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