Chateau Grand-Puy-Lacoste, one of the oldest properties in the Medoc, has a long history dating back to the 16th century. It was under ownership of a single family for generations, until sold by the Lacoste family in 1920 and finally acquired by the Borie family in 1978.

The name Grand-Puy comes from the ancient term “puy” which means “hillock, small height”. True to its name, the vineyard of Grand-Puy-Lacoste sits on outcrops that rise to around 20 meters above sea level.

Long before the 1855 Classification, Chateau Grand-Puy-Lacoste’s reputation was recognized for quality. In 1776, Saint Guirons & Lacoste (its name at that time) was ranked fifth in a classification of Pauillac estates by the King's Intendant in Aquitaine, Dupre de Saint-Maur. The estate’s reputation for quality grew and the Bordeaux Classification made the “fifth growth” ranking official, placing it among the “elite” of Bordeaux wines.

Since 1978, Francois-Xavier Borie has guided Grand-Puy-Lacoste's fortunes. Major investments were made and restorations and renovations were undertaken. 58 hectares of the estate’s 90 hectares are planted with 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc.

Today, with the help of his eldest daughter, Emeline, Francois-Xavier Borie has raised Grand-Puy-Lacoste to the level of a "great Pauillac" and ensures that it maintains that status. Among Pauillac wines, Grand-Puy-Lacoste is considered "a great classic”, capable of aligning its consistent character with the spirit of each vintage.

The wines of Grand-Puy-Lacoste have a beautiful, deep color and the aromas are very pure and complex, subtle and refined. Depending on the vintage, one's first impression may be of ripe fruit or flowers, often toasted notes, spice and vanilla. With time it develops a remarkably full, rich character.

In the mouth one is struck by its elegant individuality. The flavors support and amplify its aromatic sensations with a notably large range of fruit, particularly cassis, which develops with age. The wines are well-built, with powerful tannic structure which never loses its silky smoothness.

By nature a wine for long aging, Grand-Puy-Lacoste needs between eight and ten years to reveal its full potential.

The 2009 Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a Bordeaux Blend from the Pauillac region of Bordeaux, France. This red wine, produced by Grand-Puy-Lacoste, is notable for its complexity and balanced style. Bottled with a cork closure, it has an alcohol content of 13.5%.

The wine has received commendable reviews from various professional wine critics. James Suckling awarded it a high score of 95, describing it as "dark and delicately spicy," and praising its "beautiful balance through the long polished finish." Suckling also noted that it is suitable for both immediate consumption and aging.

Jeff Loo of JJ Buckley also gave it an impressive score of 94, noting its rich aromas of "roasted meats, vanilla, along with red and black fruits," complemented by "pencil lead, truffle, and sweet oak." He highlighted its medium to full-bodied palate with ample tannins and a long, lingering finish, suggesting it will be hard to resist.

Neal Martin's Wine Journal echoed this sentiment, scoring it 94+ and remarking on its "intense black fruits" and "wave of intense black fruits crashing across the palate." Martin emphasized its long-term aging potential.

Decanter's review stood out with a score of 96, stating that it offers "so much signature Pauillac in its structure and flavors of pencil lead, liquorice, cassis, and mint." The review highlighted its value and accessibility compared to other Pauillac wines.

Other reviewers, such as The Wine Enthusiast and Wine Spectator, also provided favorable scores of 93, noting its complex, dusty tannins and sleek finish filled with cassis bush and tobacco. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate described it as "elegantly styled" with "provocative herbal sparks and a ferrous finish," giving it a score of 92.

Jeb Dunnuck's review, which also scored the wine at 95, praised its "ripe, sexy, yet still classic style" with "ample darker currant and black cherry fruits as well as tobacco leaf, cedar pencil, truffly earth, and spice box-like nuances."

In summary, the 2009 Grand-Puy-Lacoste is widely acclaimed for its balance, complexity, and aging potential. It features a variety of rich and layered flavors, with notes ranging from dark fruits to herbal and earthy undertones. This wine is highly recommended by critics and is expected to continue evolving gracefully for years to come.