Château Sissan
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17th-century hilltop estate with Merlot-dominant wines of remarkable elegance
Château Sissan is a historic 17th-century estate nestled on the hills of Camblanes in southeastern Bordeaux, overlooking the right bank of the Garonne near Cadillac. Managed by the Yung family since 1990, the estate's 42 hectares feature clay-limestone and gravel soils ideally suited to Merlot, which dominates the blends at 80%, with Cabernet Sauvignon comprising the remainder. Brothers Paul and Jean Yung continue their father's legacy with meticulous parcel-by-parcel vinification. The flagship 'Grande Réserve' cuvée is celebrated for its elegant bouquet of red fruits, spicy nuances, and fleshy, well-structured palate with a long, mellow finish.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for Merlot lovers seeking classic, elegant Bordeaux with aging potential and historical depth
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the main grape variety at Château Sissan?
- The wines are predominantly Merlot (80%), blended with Cabernet Sauvignon (20%), giving the wines their characteristic roundness and plummy richness.
- What is the Grande Réserve cuvée?
- The Grande Réserve is the estate's flagship wine, vinified parcel by parcel to express the terroir's full potential — more structured and age-worthy than the standard bottling.
- How does Château Sissan's location influence the wine?
- The south-west facing slopes of Camblanes, with their mix of clay-limestone and gravel, ensure excellent drainage and sun exposure, producing ripe, concentrated fruit with natural freshness.
- Who manages Château Sissan today?
- Brothers Paul and Jean Yung, who took over from their father after the Yung family acquired the property in 1990, continuing the same meticulous winemaking approach.