Siran - Margaux 2022

Alexandre Ma

93

par Alexandre Ma le 10/03/2025

Château Siran often displays some reduction just after bottling, but it still cannot hide its captivating violet fragrance in 2022. With a gentle swirl of the glass, the aromas of preserved plum, sour dates, along with the spicy hints of cloves and cardamom fill the air, unabashedly revealing its inner intensity. In recent years, Château Siran has been gradually transitioning towards elegance, but it still retains the unique tannin structure gifted by the Labarde terroir. Generally, I would recommend tasting Château Siran after 5-7 years of aging, but the 2022 vintage is particularly expressive, and you can confidently enjoy it young, relishing its energy and passion.

Wine Advocate

92

par William Kelley le 07/03/2025

Aromas of minty cassis, herbs and pencil shavings introduce the 2022 Siran, a medium to full-bodied, velvety and lively wine that's seamless and integrated. This is an especially strong effort for this estate.

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

94

par Jane Anson le 07/03/2025

Great depth, well judged and balanced, plenty of character, crisp mint leaf, cassis, blueberry, cocoa bean, espresso, this is seriously enjoyable, clear tannic frame and great ageing potential, ripe but measured, it's one to look out for and very easy to recommend. A classic 94 point Buy signal. 35% new French oak barrels, great stuff from Edouard Miailhe and winemaker Marjolaine Defrance. The label for 2022 is a tribute to Queen Elizabeth, for any royal fans out there...

The Wine Cellar Insider

94

par Jeff Leve le 04/03/2025

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Jeb DUNNUCK

93

par Jeb Dunnuck le 28/02/2025

I loved the nose on the 2022 Château Siran, a complex, medium to full-bodied Margaux with plenty of black cherry and plum fruit, some chocolate, violets, and floral nuances, ripe, polished tannins, and a nicely layered, balanced style on the palate. Based on 53% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 11% Petit Verdot, raised in 35% new barrels, give bottles a few years and enjoy over the following two decades or so.

Yvesbeck.wine

93

par Yves Beck le 25/02/2025

48% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Petit Verdot Que de fraîcheur et de finesse dans le bouquet de Siran. Il révèle d'agréables nuances de cerises et de baies noires complétées par des notes d'épices douces et une touche fumée. Légèrement crémeux en attaque, le vin se révèle de manière linéaire. Il dispose de tannins précis, bien intégrés, qui offrent de la puissance communément avec une structure assurant fraicheur et persistance. Un vin gourmand, harmonieux et apte à passer de nombreuses années en cave. 2027-2047 93/100

Vinous

93

par Neal Martin le 12/02/2025

The 2022 Siran, bottled in May 2024, offers brambly red fruit with touches of sous-bois, pressed flowers and cedar. It opens nicely in the glass with suggestions of dark chocolate in the background. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins and accents of black pepper and clove. This wine surprisingly comes across a little Saint-Julien in style, and is somewhat austere for the first ten minutes. Then the fruit returns, as if playing peek-a-boo. Give this two or three years in bottle.

Jamessuckling.com

94

par James Suckling le 03/02/2025

The lead-pencil and dark-berry aromas are very persuasive here, and aromatic! Medium to full body with juicy fruit, velvety tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Creamy and pretty. Give it two or three years. Best after 2028.

Vinous

94

par Antonio Galloni le 28/01/2025

The 2022 Siran is every bit as impressive in bottle as it was _en primeur_. Ample, rich and imposing, the 2022 has a lot to offer. A blast of dark-toned fruit, new leather, licorice and chocolate makes quite a statement. Siran is quite the extrovert. While it is not the most complex Margaux out there, its immediacy and charm are both notable.

Decanter.com

94

par Georgina Hindle le 25/05/2023

A delightful Siran in 2022 that manages to give the density of the vintage while remaining joyful and extremely drinkable. Textured tannins make the first impact, coating the mouth and giving a touch of seriousness to the profile before a mouthwatering succulence comes in, lifting the strawberry, raspberry and blackcurrant fruit. The soft fleshiness gives structure but this remains polished and quite sleek. A lovely Margaux to look out for with detail and drive.

Alexandre Ma

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par Alexandre Ma le 17/05/2023

Despite some reduction in the En Primeur sample, it could not impede the enchanting scent of its violets, accompanied by the aroma of dried plums, sour cherries, cloves, and allspice that exudes after a gentle swirl of the glass. In recent years, Château Siran has gradually shifted towards an elegant style, but it is commendable that it has not forgotten its intense tannin structure unique to Labarde. This is a powerful yet gentle Margaux vintage. Given its susceptibility to reduction, it is recommended to enjoy it after 7 years of bottle aging.

Vinous

92-94

par Neal Martin le 17/05/2023

The 2022 Siran was picked 13 to 30 September at 36hL/ha, matured in 35% new oak for a planned 12 months. It takes a little time cohering in the glass, a mixture of red and black fruit intermingling with cedar and pressed flowers. It is comparatively understated for the vintage, but that's a facet that I like and it delivers real freshness. The palate is medium-bodied and very harmonious, with finely-knit tannins, and a pleasant spiciness that unfolds with aeration (black pepper and clove). There's a build in the mouth allied with sapidity that urges you back for another sip. Siran has been on an upswing under Edouard Miailhe in recent vintages. The swing continues.

The Vintage Journal

92-93

par Andrew Caillard MW le 17/05/2023

Medium deep crimons. Pretty redcurrant, red plum, touch strawberry aromas with aniseed notes. Supple and sweet-fruited with fleshy redcurrant, strawberry, cassis fruits, chalky al dente tannins and some savoru nuances. Finishes chalky and long. (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot)

The Wine Independent

92-94

par Lisa Perrotti-Brown le 15/05/2023

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2022 Siran rolls out with expressive notes of blackcurrant cordial, preserved plums, and stewed black cherries, followed by suggestions of sauteed herbs and forest floor. The medium to full-bodied palate is concentrated and intense, with approachable, rounded tannins and seamless freshness, finishing with an herbal lift.

Yvesbeck.wine

92-94

par Yves Beck le 10/05/2023

Siran 2022 se distingue par son intensité fruitée, respectivement des notes de cassis et d'épices complétées par une touche de graphite. L'expression fruitée est bien relayée par l'attaque où le vin souligne son côté juteux et ses tannins compacts, parfaitement intégrés qui semblent disposer d'une puissance respectable. La finale, à l'image du bouquet et de l'attaque, est fruitée. La boucle est bouclée et Siran 2022 est une belle réussite !

Wine Advocate

90-92

par Robert Parker le 10/05/2023

The 2022 Siran is a real success, bursting with aromas of sweet berries, cassis, licorice and pencil shavings, followed by a medium to full-bodied, supple and fleshy palate. This charming, succulent Margaux is sure to be one of the commune's better value propositions.

Jeb DUNNUCK

91-93

par Jeb Dunnuck le 10/05/2023

Dense purple-hued with lots of darker, almost blue fruits as well as spicy oak and chocolate, the 2022 Château Siran is medium to full-bodied, nicely balanced, has plenty of mid-palate density, and fine tannins. This classic, elegant Margaux will need 4-6 years of cellaring and keep for 15-20 years. It's another undeniable success in the Margaux appellation.

Vinous

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par Antonio Galloni le 09/05/2023

The 2022 Siran is one of the best wines I have tasted from the property. Silky, aromatic and light on its feet, Siran is exceptionally polished. Crushed red berry fruit, mint, chalk and white pepper all grace this exquisite Margaux. Superb. Drinking window : 2027-2047

The Wine Cellar Insider

92-94

par Jeff Leve le 05/05/2023

Lilacs, black raspberries, smoke, tobacco leaf, and cherries load the perfume. On the palate, the wine delivers fresh, red pit fruits, espresso, chocolate. blackberries and a fun, peppery, spicy note in the finish. The wine blends 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 11% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc. 14% ABV. Harvesting took place September 13 - September 30. Drink from 2026-2050.

Wine Advocate

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par William Kelley le 02/05/2023

The 2022 Siran is a real success, bursting with aromas of sweet berries, cassis, licorice and pencil shavings, followed by a medium to full-bodied, supple and fleshy palate. This charming, succulent Margaux is sure to be one of the commune's better value propositions.

Jamessuckling.com

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par James Suckling le 19/04/2023

Attractive berry fruit here with spices and orange peel undertones. Medium- to full-bodied, toned and steady with compact tannin structure. Deep. Long finish with stony minerality. Most structured yet fine Siran I have tasted for a long time.