Chateau Cissac, 2011

Medoc, Cru bourgeois
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Description and Reviews:
*** 85 Points (Excellent) - Robert Parker ****
*** 88 Points Wine Journal ***

Reviews:

"TA solidly made wine from proprietor Vialard, this dense ruby/plum-colored 2011 reveals austere tannins, but good depth, ripeness and fruit, and a solid, masculine-styled character. Drink it over the next decade." Robert Parker

"Tasted at the Cru Bourgeois tasting in London. The Cissac 2011 has a sweet ripe bouquet with dark cherries, raspberry and a faint scent of bergamot in the distance. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins that are quite fine, although the oak is just a little too dominant at the moment. There should be sufficient fruit to absorb that in time, so I would afford this Cissac three to five years in bottle. Tasted September 2013." Wine Journal


Background.
In 1895, Jacques Mondon, a lawyer in Pauillac, acquired several vineyards in the parish of Cissac-Medoc. He combined these different vineyards under the name of Chateau Cissac. In 1940 Louis Vialard inherited the property from his grandparents Mondon and he set about the task of restoring the vineyards and the outbuildings as well as the family home. The château is of a particular architectural style, “Chartreuse” of the 18th century and is probably on the site of a Roman Villa.

Vinification: Fermentation at 28/30C lasting an average of 5 weeks. Ageing:18/20 months in oak casks; 30/40% of the wine is aged in new oak casks each year

Tasting Note: A full flavoured, reliable, robust and balanced Cru Bourgeois showing classic Bordeaux notes of cedar and tobacco.

Every day serving suggestion: At room temperature with roast and grilled red meats and cheese.

Blend  Cabernet Sauvignon 75%, Merlot 20%, Petit Verdot 5%