Blason d'Issan 2025

A Margaux Second Wine marked by finesse and smoothness

The estate
Located on the banks of the Gironde, Château d'Issan stands as a benchmark within the Bordeaux vineyard. This historic estate covers 68 hectares of vines. Today, the destiny of this Grand Cru Classé is overseen by the Cruse family, present since 1945, and Jacky Lorenzetti, co-owner since 2013. Under the general management of Emmanuel Cruse, the château continues to shine through its excellence, combining a rich centuries-old heritage with highly precise viticultural practices.

The vineyard
Located in the heart of the Margaux appellation, the terroir benefits from a privileged geographical location on the 45th parallel, in close proximity to the Gironde estuary, which acts as a natural thermal regulator. The vines thrive on soils composed of well-drained gravel on the surface, resting on a clay-limestone subsoil. The estate places great importance on its environment, integrating practices that respect biodiversity and natural cycles. The year 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the Cruse family at the head of the estate.

The wine

Blason d'Issan is the estate’s Second Wine.

The vintage
The growing season unfolded with great regularity: bud break on March 30, even flowering on May 29, followed by mid-veraison observed on July 28. This smooth progression allowed the vine to develop without excessive stress. A hot, dry summer provided ideal conditions, leading to an early harvest of remarkable quality. Supported by soils capable of preserving freshness, the vine made it through the summer with complete serenity. The slow and even ripening of the berries points to wines of great purity, with vibrant aromatic expression, supported by elegant tension and refined depth.

Winemaking and aging
The creation of this wine begins with hand harvesting, carried out plot by plot, followed by rigorous double manual and optical sorting. Vinification is conducted separately in 53 temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The technical team favors gentle pump-overs and carries out daily tastings to ensure soft extraction of color, aromas, and texture. Aging then takes place over fourteen to sixteen months in barrels, 35% of which are new.

Grape varieties
Blason d'Issan 2025 is the result of a blend of cabernet sauvignon (65%), merlot (32%), and petit verdot (3%).