Ratings
Wine Advocate 89/100 · Vinous 89/100 · James Suckling 90/100
Identity
| Producer | Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | 5th Grand Cru Classé |
| Grapes | 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep ruby red with purple highlights |
| Aroma | Notes of ripe black fruit (blackcurrant, blackberry), red fruit (cherry), floral hints, spicy nuances (sweet pepper, liquorice), and discreet woody notes (cedar, vanilla) |
| Palate | Supple, greedy attack with fine, well-integrated tannins; balanced, fruity mid-palate with silky texture and well-balanced acidity; harmonious finish, slightly spicy and woody, marked by lovely freshness |
| Finish | Harmonious finish, slightly spicy and woody, marked by a lovely freshness |
| Food Pairing | Perfect with grilled or roasted red meats, roast or braised poultry, stewed dishes such as navarin lamb or beef carrots, and mature hard or slightly blue-veined cheeses |
| Aging Potential | Cellaring up to 15 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged in French oak barrels (fine grain) with 45% new oak for 14 to 16 months |
| Fermentation | Long maceration (about 3 weeks) |
Terroir
| Soil | Deep gravel soils on very hilly terrain (croups) |
| Vine Age | 38 years average |
| Harvest Type | Manual |
| Harvest Desc | Manual harvest with double sorting on vibrating tables before and after destemming |
Interesting facts
| Second wine of Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste, made from younger vines of the estate, reflecting classic Pauillac identity with a more accessible style |
Logistics
| Cork | Cork |