Thick, intense and filled with fresh, perfectly ripe plums, blackberries and licorice, the wine feels great as it falls over your palate and coats your mouth. 94-97 Pts.

I timed the finish twice to make sure I had not lost track of the time. I even shook my watch to ensure it was running correctly. This incredible wine remains on your palate for close to 80 seconds!

According to Alexander Van Beek, he’s happy with the masculine edge to the style of Giscours in this vintage. He graciously stated, “Credit goes to their consultant Denis Dubordieu, who began working with Giscours and du Tertre starting with the vintage. “

Offering a big mouthful of ripe cassis, vanilla, licorice and sweet tannin, there is a lot to like about this wine. Classic in style, this is also a little richer and more powerful than the 2009.