We escaped from Bordeaux town without any problems (the traffic can be hell at rush hour) and arrived at La Lagune for our first tasting 8 minutes early (7.30 Uk time). La Lagune was very good, gentle blend, well knitted together. Big fan of this. Its got loads of finesse. Then we went to Giscours to be met by the charming Alexander Van Beek who took us through Du Tertre (real change of style here – liked it) , La Sirene de Giscours and Giscours which were all very good.
From Giscours we went to D'Issan where we had Blason de D'Issan, D'Issan but also Lilian Ladouys and Pedesclaux. D'Issan was good – very generous, juicy fruit.
Next stop was Brane Cantenac where we compared the 2009 against the 2010. Both very good. I was very impressed…
After D'Issan we went to Chateau Margaux. Where we tasted Pavillon Rouge and Blanc and Margaux itself. One word captures these wines they were simply outstanding! We learned more about the new 3rd wine of Margaux (haven't decided a name yet) with the first vintage being 2009. This wine will not be released En Primeur and is aimed at the tradition markets of Europe, USA and Japan.
From Margaux we went to Lascombes where they invited us to taste the cepage (blend of different grapes) separately. Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon. Both Chevalier de Lascombes and Lascombes were good… more modern and powerful than you expect from Margaux….
More to follow on my last post which I will send on my return to Yorkshire - I hear it's good weather which is great. Looking forward to some sleep...
Jamie
