Rating: 3.0/5
Château Cissac’s 2018 Vialard Propriétaire presents itself with a deep, ruby colour, showing clear clarity. On the nose, an enticing blend of blackberry, blackcurrant, leather, vanilla, earth, and tobacco aromas unfurl with medium plus intensity. The palate is dominated by blackberry and blackcurrant flavours, complemented by grippy tannins and a dry finish of medium length. Balance and complexity are apparent, with acidity and tannins supporting the medium-bodied wine.
At a glance
- Type: Red
- Appearance: clear, deep, ruby
- Nose: medium plus; blackberry, blackcurrant, leather / vanilla / earth, tobacco
- Palate: Body medium, Tannin medium, Acidity medium, Alcohol medium, Sweetness dry, Feel grippy, Flavour intensity medium
- Tastes: blackberry, blackcurrant / earth, leather
- Finish: medium
- Development: Fully Developed
- Readiness: drink now but it will age
- Balanced: yes
- Complex: yes
Food pairings
- Grilled lamb chops with roasted root vegetables
- Pan-seared venison with cherry compote
- Braised short ribs with mushroom risotto
- Roasted beef Wellington with horseradish sauce
- Spicy beef empanadas with caramelized onions
- Mushroom and truffle pizza with mozzarella
- Herb-crusted pork chops with roasted Brussels sprouts
- Vegetarian eggplant parmesan with marinara sauce