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2019 Chateau Grand-Puy-Lacoste, Pauillac, Bordeaux
HoldWell stockedJames Lawther MW 17.5/20
Owned by the Borie family since 1978, this property is one of the oldest in the Médoc. Francois-Xavier, along with his eldest daughter Emeline run this Château with care and integrity. The estate of Grand-Puy-Lacoste includes 58ha of vineyards, which are entirely located around the Château. The gravel in the soil absorbs heat during the day, ensuring ripening of the grapes. Ch. Grand-Puy-Lacoste’s vineyards are perfect for the late-ripening Cabernet Sauvignon. Driven by the desire to express their terroir, the Borie family’s philosophy is simple. They work with the grapes and let the vintage’s
Colour / grapeRed · Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
RegionBordeaux, France
Drink window2025–2040
2025Hold2040
Best withBeef, Lamb, Game (deer, venison), Poultry
Critics
James Lawther MW
17.5/20
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James Suckling
94-95/100
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Neal Martin
95-97/100
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Jane Anson MW
96/100
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Vivino community
4.1/5
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Wine-Searcher aggregate (13 critics)
94/100
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