2009 Chateau Siran Margaux

Vinous 89

Bright dark red. Inky aromas of blackberry, licorice and cedar lifted by a violet topnote. A sweet, fine-grained, energetic midweight in a juicy, elegant style. Moderately deep, savory wine with very good length. [Stephen Tanzer, 07/01/2012]

Robert Parker 90

Tasted at the vertical held at the property, the 2009 Château Siran no longer displays the sur-maturité that was evident just after bottling and seems to have settled down with scents of black plum, spice, blackcurrants and graphite, the latter lending it an almost Brane-Cantenac like veneer. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, nicely focused with that graphite theme continuing. Fresh and tensile, this has turned into a very appealing Siran that mirrors Robert Parker’s remarks from 2012 and dare I say, may one day even surpass them. This is one to watch. Tasted February 2016. [Neal Martin, 28/09/2017]

Anticipated maturity: 2019-2039