Produced by Tiansai Vineyards at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains in Xinjiang's Gobi Desert, the T95 Marselan draws from 187 hectares of organic vineyards in a cool-climate region ideal for structured reds. Marselan (a Grenache-Cabernet Sauvignon cross) thrives here, yielding wines with dark fruit depth and spice. The 2021 T95 represents the estate's premium "Skyline of Gobi" tier, vinified for balance and approachability.
Grapes undergo modern vinification with temperature control to preserve fruit, followed by oak ageing that integrates spice and tannin structure without overpowering the varietal character. The result is a polished Chinese red that showcases Xinjiang's potential for international-style wines.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Warming spice, dark berries and plum with subtle Gobi earthiness.
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Palate: Harmonious and generous dark fruit, integrated tannins and balanced structure.
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Finish: Long and appealing, echoing spice and fruit persistence.
Awards and Accolades
There are no available critics' scores or published tasting notes yet specifically for Tiansai Vineyards T95 Marselan 2021 from major international critics. For context, earlier vintages of Tiansai's Skyline of Gobi Marselan have earned high placements among Xinjiang wines (e.g., fourth highest-rated) and medals in competitions like IWSC and DWWA, praised for structure and extracted fruit; these refer to prior vintages (e.g., 2017), not 2021.
Serving and Cellaring
Serve at 16–18°C after 30–60 minutes decanting. Pairs with grilled meats, spicy stir-fries, braised beef or hard cheeses; cellars well through 2028 for added complexity.
Technical Details
Alcohol: Typically 13–14% ABV.
Residual Sugar: Dry.
Closure: Cork.
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