Gruaud Larose 2018 (375ml)

Type: Red Wine      Volume: 375ml

Winery: Gruaud Larose

Country: France     Region: Bordeaux

District: St Julien

Grapes Varieties: 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc

Classification: 2nd Growth - 1855 Classification     Production: 

Alcohol:      Packing: OC 12

Ratings and Tasting Notes:

JS=95 Aromas of currants, blackberries, dried flowers, dark chocolate and tobacco leaves. Citrus zest, too. It’s full-bodied with firm, ultra fine tannins. Complex and layered with a juicy core of ripe fruit. Silky and delicious. Very creamy and fine-tannined. Better from 2025. WA=92 Composed of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc, the 2018 Gruaud Larose has a medium to deep garnet-purple color. It comes barreling out of the glass with powerful scents of blackberry preserves, baked plums and crème de cassis plus hints of fruitcake, Indian spices and tobacco leaf. The medium to full-bodied palate offers bags of baked berries flavors and a chewy texture with just enough freshness, finishing spicy. Judging by the slightly rustic tannins and suggestions of dried berry characters, I'm guessing the heat and drought had an impact this year. This said, the wine is very well crafted and delicious right now, although a good 3-4 years in bottle should soften the tannins and bring out further nuances. AG=92