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    Lacoste Borie 2016

    Bordeaux • Pauillac • Red

    32,00€ tax included
    32,00€ tax included
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    Description

    • Country France
    • Region Bordeaux
    • Appellation Pauillac
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 12.5
    • Vintage 2016
    • Grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon 70%, Merlot 25%, Cabernet Franc 5%

    Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste , located in Pauillac, is an iconic Bordeaux estate, renowned for its exceptional wines. With a philosophy rooted in respect for the terroir, it crafts wines that reflect the power and finesse of Bordeaux grape varieties. The 2016 Lacoste Borie , a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, embodies this quest for authenticity and quality.

    Ratings

    Ratings

    • Vinous 88/100
    • Jean-Marc Quarin 87/100
    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    Dress: Deep red with ruby ​​highlights.
    Nose: Complex bouquet of black fruits, spices and woody notes.
    Palate: Rich and velvety, revealing silky tannins and a beautiful structure.
    Finish: Long and persistent, marked by nuances of cocoa and ripe fruit.

    Food & wine pairings

    This wine pairs perfectly with duck breast with cherries or a mature cheese.
    Producer

    Producer

    The Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste vineyard stretches across gravelly and pebbly hillocks, typical of the Pauillac appellation. This well-drained soil encourages deep root systems, allowing the vines to fully express the richness of the terroir. The vines, averaging 30 years old, benefit from optimal sunshine and natural ventilation, ensuring even ripening of the grapes. The temperate oceanic climate, characterized by mild winters and hot summers, also contributes to the flourishing of the grape varieties. This synergy between soil, climate, and winemaking expertise gives rise to wines of great aromatic complexity and remarkable longevity.

    Owner and history

    Since 1978, the Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is run by the Borie family, who have preserved and developed the heritage of this grand cru. Jean-Charles Borie, the current owner, makes it a point of honor to combine tradition and modernity in the management of the domaine. Passionate about his craft, he ensures that every step, from vine cultivation to winemaking, is carried out with the utmost care. The Borie family is also committed to environmental responsibility, adopting sustainable viticultural practices. Their goal is to produce wines that faithfully reflect their terroir and bear the imprint of their history and family passion.

    Vinification and aging

    Winemaking at Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste This winery is characterized by its blend of tradition and innovation. The carefully selected grapes are destemmed before being vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This method allows for precise temperature control during fermentation, promoting the extraction of aromas and tannins. After fermentation, the wine is aged in oak barrels, a third of which are renewed annually, for 12 to 18 months. This meticulous barrel aging imparts subtle woody notes to the wine while preserving the expression of the terroir. The aim is to achieve perfect harmony between fruit and oak, resulting in a balanced and elegant wine.

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    The team's opinion

    A very successful Haut-Médoc, offering beautiful fruit ripeness, a harmonious structure and melted tannins for a pleasant tasting experience.

    • Serving temperature 16–18 °C

    • Climax 2026 à 2036

    Wine profile

    • Complex
    • Framed
    • Fruity