Gruaud Larose

2018 Gruaud Larose Gruaud Larose

  • Classification:
    2nd growth
  • Color:
    Red
  • Appellation:
    Saint Julien
  • Size:
    0.75L
  • Grape Type:
    Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
  • Packaging:
    OWC6
  • Stock Location:
    France
€121
 
Wine Critics Notes:

Vinous Comment - Score: 92 (2021 March)

I was delighted to taste the 2018 Gruaud Larose, as I missed it en primeur. Ripe and sweet on attack, Gruaud Larose is an especially dense, flamboyant Saint-Julien. Inky red fruit, mocha, wild flowers and spice abound. I find the new oak a bit overpowering, but the 2018 is an undeniably gorgeous and enticing wine.