CRITIC REVIEWS
Jancis Robinson
Tasted blind. Quite sweet, smoked hickory oak with punch and a bit of drama. Juice and attack. Just scrapes a 17.
Jane Anson
The 70th anniversary of the Cruse family at Issan, this is packed with still-young and creamy cassis and black cherry fruits, gourmet brioche, liquorice and smoked earth notes, an exceptional vintage, that is harmonious and balanced. This was a warm summer but Issan has maintained freshness and juice, with signature Margaux floral and gunsmoke aromatics. The appellation of Margaux saw 32mm of rain compared to the northern Medoc that was closer to 110mm, and it shows in the concentration of this wine. 55% new oak. Harvest September 21 to October 10, yield 40hl/h. Retasted September 2022, confirms the exceptional quality of this vintage - a year where the fruit is so succulent that it is possible to enjoy today with a long carafe, but it is going nowhere.