Castle of Issan - Margaux 1998

Wine Advocate

87 / 100

byRobert Parkerthe4/30/2001

Readers need to pay increasing attention to the efforts of the young Emmanuel Cruse, who has racheted up the level of d'Issan's quality.The dark ruby-colored, elegant, finesse-filled 1998 d'Issan reveals a floral, licorice, herb, and blackberry/currant-scented bouquet. Medium-bodied, with sweet tannin, a soft entry on the palate, fine concentration, a pure finish, and moderate tannin, it will be at its best between 2002-2014.

Vinum

15 / 20

the4/30/2001

Possède de la race et de la finesse mais finit sur des tannins un peu rudes et âpres. Ne pas rater son apogée! 2004 à 2010.

Wine Spectator

79 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe1/31/2001

A well-made wine from unripe grapes. Green, with asparagus character. 10,000 cases made.

Wine Advocate

86-88 / 100

byRobert Parkerthe4/30/2000

With surprisingly supple tannin, d'Issan has produced a deep ruby-colored effort with finesse-filled notes of subtle black fruits intermixed with dried herbs and licorice. Rich on the attack, with sweet tannin, medium body, and very good concentration, it will be drinkable early. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2014.

Wine Advocate

84-85 / 100

byRobert Parkerthe4/30/1999