Chateau D'Issan, a Bordeaux winery, is now blending all five permitted grape varieties in its wines, an unusual practice for the region. Historically, most Bordeaux wines utilize only three grapes, with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc being the most common. The prevalence of other varieties like Petit Verdot and Malbec diminished due to past frost events and late ripening.
In 2019, Chateau D'Issan acquired a 17-acre plot planted with older vines of Petit Verdot (dating to 1948), Cabernet Franc (planted in 1958), and a smaller amount of Malbec (added in 2010). This acquisition allowed the estate to incorporate these three varietals into their flagship blend, which typically consists of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The purchase was secured through the dipl... download the app to read more
YoyoFeed ! Follow top global news sources, read AI-powered summaries, ask AI your questions, translate news into your language, and join live chats — all with YoyoFeed!
