Chateau D'Issan 2012 Germany and 2% Petit Verdot

and 2% Petit Verdot

with sensational ripeness

The alcohol by volume (ABV) for De Sousa Cuvée 3A Grand Cru NV is approximately 12

It is recommended to give it 3-4 more years in bottle and drink it over the next 20+ years

leading to an exceptional harvest with perfect maturity and superb balance between sugar and acidity

Chateau D'Issan 2012 Germany and 2% Petit VerdotWinery Background and History Chteau dIssan, a distinguished Third Growth estate from the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, is situated in the Margaux appellation of Bordeauxs Left Bank. Its origins trace back to the 12th century, with historical records indicating that its wines were served at royal courts, including the marriage of Eleanor of Aquitaine and King Henry II of England in 1152. The chteaus motto, Regum Mensis Aris Que Deorum, translates to