2015 Chateau Gloria St. Julien

Bordeaux Blend - 3L
Reg: $375.00
$289.94
This product is
out of stock
Most orders placed M-F by 3pm (PT) ship same day.
Orders placed on a weekend or holiday will ship the next business day.
Shipping Info

Free storage available
Wine Storage

REVIEWS

JA 95 JS 94 WE 94 JL 93 WS 93 JD 92 WA 91
JA 95

janeanson.com, November 2022

This style of vintage really suits Gloria, with its cheerful, exuberant character, silky tannins and clear power. You'll find plenty of precision and bite through the blueberry and cassis fruits, excellent quality...
JS 94

jamessuckling.com, February 2018

What a gorgeous and supple young wine with ultra-fine tannins and vivid acidity. Medium to full body and direct and driven tannins. Shows such beauty. Better in 2020 but already beautiful.
WE 94

Wine Enthusiast, February 2018

One of two classed-growth estates in Saint-Julien owned by the descendants of Henri Martin, this estate has been renovated and the results show in this well-crafted wine. Ripe tannins are balanced by smoky blackberry...
JL 93

TheWineCellarInsider.com, March 2018

This is just a terrific wine and value. Elegant, refined, fresh, lively, and with an earthy, ripe, dark, red berry character that grows and expands in the glass and on your palate. Medium/full bodied, this will be just...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, March 2018

Well-steeped plum, fig and boysenberry fruit is richly layered, supported by embedded brambly grip and backed by waves of ganache and sweet tobacco on the finish. This has plenty of energy to carry it in the cellar while...
JD 92

jebdunnuck.com, November 2017

A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot that saw 40% new oak, the 2015 Château Gloria is a beautiful Saint-Julien that’s well worth seeking out and drinking...
WA 91

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, October 2022

A notable success in the vintage, the 2015 Gloria exhibits aromas of sweet dark berries, cigar wrapper and loamy soil, followed by a medium to full-bodied, rich and fleshy palate. Impressively concentrated and seamless...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region St Julien
Vintage 2015
Size 3L
Percent alcohol 13.5%
Closure Screw Cap

Chateau Gloria is one-of-a-kind, created by Henri Martin who purchased plots piece-by-piece, but exclusively from crus classified in 1855. The 50 hectare vineyard spans three areas: the middle of Beychevelle, the west of Saint-Julien and, on the north, on the border of Pauillac.

The vines include 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot on Gunzian gravel soil over a layer of clay and sand. Average vine age is 40 years.

Chateau Gloria also has a second wine, Chateau Peymartin, produced using the estate's youngest vines.

Chateau Gloria is harvested by hand, with traditional vinification and fermentation in heat-regulated stainless steel vats. The wine matures for 14 months in casks, 40% of them new. Recent vintages have featured jammy fruit, typically prune and black currant, with rich but approachable tannins.

The 2015 Chateau Gloria St. Julien is a Bordeaux Blend from the renowned St Julien region in Bordeaux, France. This red wine is a true gem, exhibiting elegance, refinement, and a fresh, lively character that is sure to captivate any wine enthusiast.

In the glass, the wine displays a deep, garnet color, enticing the eye with its rich hue. On the nose, aromas of sweet dark berries, cigar wrapper, and loamy soil immediately greet the senses, creating a captivating olfactory experience. The bouquet is both inviting and complex, showcasing the wine's depth and character.

On the palate, the 2015 Gloria is medium to full-bodied, offering a rich and fleshy texture that is sure to please. The wine is impressively concentrated and seamless, a testament to its exceptional craftsmanship. Ripe, powdery tannins add a velvety smoothness to the wine, making it approachable and enjoyable even at this stage.

Renowned wine critic Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this vintage of Chateau Gloria a score of 91, hailing it as a notable success in the vintage. The publication praised its concentration, seamless structure, and supple tannins that make the wine a pleasure to drink. Other respected reviewers such as Jeff Leve, Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Spectator, James Suckling, Wine Enthusiast, and Jane Anson have also bestowed high scores and praised the wine's elegance, fruit-forwardness, and aging potential.

This 2015 vintage is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, and the remaining balance of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. It was aged in 40% new oak, which adds a subtle touch of spicy oak to the wine's profile.

The 2015 Chateau Gloria St. Julien is a wine that embodies the charm and character of the St Julien appellation. With its refined structure, vibrant acidity, and a finish that lingers on the palate, this wine is sure to delight both seasoned wine enthusiasts and newcomers to the world of Bordeaux blends. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future enjoyment, this wine is a true testament to the artistry of Chateau Gloria.