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2021 Chateau Laroque, St Emilion, Bordeaux
HoldWell stockedNeal Martin 91-93/100
The 2021 Laroque has upped its game in recent vintages under David Suire. It was cropped between 1 and 15 October at 41hL/ha, and matured in 50% new oak. It has a refined bouquet with brambly red fruit, light undergrowth and mineral scents. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grain tannins, poised and again, mineral-driven thanks to its limestone soils. This latest release continues that fine run of form but will be more approachable than recent vintages. 2027 – 2040” 91- Neal Martin, Vinous, May 22 “The 2021 Laroque is very promising indeed, and winemaker David Suire and I agree that it is
Colour / grapeRed · Merlot 99% / Cabernet Franc 1% / Merlot 1%
RegionBordeaux, France
Drink window2027–2043
2026Hold2043
Best withBeef, Lamb, Game (deer, venison), Poultry
Critics
Neal Martin
91-93/100
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William Kelley
92-95/100
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Antonio Galloni
93-95/100
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Jane Anson
93/100
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James Lawther MW
16.5/20
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Vivino community
4/5
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Wine-Searcher aggregate (13 critics)
91/100
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