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The extraordinary quality of Château d'Issan's wines is due to its exceptional location in the heart of the Margaux region. Vines thrive in the warm climate that is made possible by the area's proximity to the Gironde Estuary and the sea.

The soil is composed of gravel piles and eroded alluvial hills that are 15 metres (50 feet) high. Since the soil here drains effectively, the vines are forced to grow deep root systems in quest of the unique components that give Château d'Issan wines their characteristic flavour.

The pre-Revolution estate is largely gone, having suffered greatly from harsh weather, conflicts, and phylloxera epidemics throughout the years. The Cruse family's post-World War II rehabilitation efforts are largely responsible for the grapes' average age of 35 years now.

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