Sirène de Giscours - Margaux 2020

Vinous

90-92 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe6/1/2021

The 2020 La Sirène de Giscours is a very pretty, compelling wine. Cabernet aromatics are so pronounced in the 2020. Wild flowers, mint, sage, pine and new leather meld into a core of supple red berry fruit. This silky, engaging Margaux has a ton to offer.

Jeb DUNNUCK

90-92 / 100

byJeb Dunnuckthe5/28/2021

The ruby/purple-hued 2020 La Sirene De Giscours offers a slightly reductive yet promising nose of ripe black cherries and black raspberries interwoven with lots of lead pencil, graphite, and earthy goodness. They did a wonderful job with the tannins in this wine, and it’s medium-bodied, with a supple, up-front, charming style and outstanding length.

Vinous

86-88 / 100

byNeal Martinthe5/27/2021

The 2020 La Sirene de Giscours has a well-defined, slightly herbal nose, fragrant black fruit intermingling with undergrowth and cigar box. The palate is medium-bodied with savory black fruit and touches of dark chocolate, though it is rather lean on the finish in the context of the growing season. Still, it has a pleasant peppery aftertaste.

Decanter.com

92 / 100

byJane Ansonthe5/25/2021

An excellent Sirène, with grip and salinity yet feels approachable, sinking into a compote of blackberry and blueberry fruits, with a carefully constructed tannic frame. And a lovely glass staining colour, small berries lots of skins and juice, great stuff, a real step up. 5% Petit Verdot completes the blend.

The Wine Cellar Insider

90-92 / 100

byJeff Levethe5/21/2021

Medium-bodied, fresh, vibrant and floral, with sweetness, length and an elegant, lifted, spicy, sweet, cherry filled finish. Enjoy this beauty while waiting for the Grand Vin to develop. The wine blends 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. 90-92

Wine Advocate

83-85 / 100

byLisa Perrotti-Brownthe5/20/2021

The 2020 La Sirene de Giscours is composed of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. Deep garnet-purple colored, it offers up notes of crushed blackberries, black raspberries, redcurrant jelly and cranberries, plus hints of underbrush, pencil lead and sautéed herbs. The light to medium-bodied palate is a little lean in the middle, featuring a light chewiness of tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing a tad short.

Anthocyanes

93-95 / 100

byYohan Castaingthe5/11/2021

Cassis, légèrement framboise avec un joli nez de fruits noirs et une pointe de réglisse pour un bouquet frais et d'une réelle gourmandise. Légèrement Zan à l'aération. En entrée, l'impression de croquer un raisin avec une texture juteuse, charnue, une belle allonge et des tanins très élégants. Du caractère avec des cabernets aux tanins magnifiques et légèrement épicés et salins. Un second vin qui s'affirme et se détache de sa dénomination d'origine pour devenir un vin identitaire. Très belle bouteille en devenir. Meilleur que 2019.

Jamessuckling.com

93-94 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe4/25/2021

A second wine with a spread of polished tannins that go across the palate and show polish and beauty. It’s medium-to full-bodied with gorgeous fruit and a long, flavorful finish, Impressive. 70% cabernet sauvignon, 15% cabernet franc, 10% merlot and 5% petit verdot.