1921 Siran
BY NEAL MARTIN |
Recent vintages from this Margaux estate have shown much improvement under proprietor Edouard Miailhe. I also happen to have a growing appreciation for older vintages, thanks to two comprehensive verticals undertaken in recent years. Last December, Miailhe invited me to the estate to taste a rare bottle of 1921 Siran. It’s a rarely seen vintage, though one not unlike recent growing seasons marked by hot and dry summers. The appellation of Margaux itself suffered hail damage in late June that year. The resulting wines were seen as “big and brawny” but perhaps that stood them in good stead for long-term ageing, as proven by this bottle.
