2018 Grand-Puy-Lacoste Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

DC 95 JA 95 JL 95 WS 95 JS 94 JD 94 TWI 94 WA 93 WE 92
DC 95

Decanter, November 2020

Sweet black cherry fruits, bilberry and hedgerow. A little austere at this stage but confidently so, with a slice of bitter black chocolate. Big Pauillac tannins, no question - a little more prominent than they were en...
JA 95

janeanson.com, September 2021

Hard to go wrong with recent vintages of Grand Puy Lacoste. This doesn't quite hit the strides of 2016 or 2019, but for me is more successful than either 2015 or 2017. This is full of Pauillac classicism in its cassis...
JL 95

TheWineCellarInsider.com, April 2019

(93-95) Showing a beautiful depth in the color, the array of flowers, tobacco leaf, cedar, spice, cigar box and crème de cassis hits the right spot. Full-bodied, dense, tannic, and piquant, this is a perfect amount of...
WS 95

Wine Spectator, January 2021

Juicy and compact now, with dark currant, blackberry and fig notes at the core, surrounded by lots of warm earth, singed alder and tobacco leaf notes. Cast iron note helps extend the finish, with the fruit and earth notes...
JS 94

jamessuckling.com, January 2021

Cherries and walnuts with dried flowers on the nose. It’s medium-to full-bodied with very fine tannins, creamy texture and a bright, vivid finish. Plenty of currant and tar. Such polish and beauty. Drink after 2023.
JD 94

jebdunnuck.com, March 2021

A beautiful Pauillac, the 2018 Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste has a classic nose of ripe blackcurrants, scorched earth, cedarwood, and tobacco. This carries to a medium to full-bodied 2018 offering wonderful balance, ripe...
TWI 94

The Wine Independent, February 2023

Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2018 is deep garnet-purple in color. It strides boldly out of the glass with notions of baked blackberries, plum preserves, and warm cassis, plus hints of unsmoked cigars, cedar, and bay leaves. Medium...
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, March 2021

The 2018 Grand-Puy-Lacoste displays a deep garnet-purple color and slowly emerging notes of ripe blackberries, blackcurrant pastilles and redcurrant jelly plus hints of cedar, underbrush, cinnamon stick and potpourri. The...
WE 92

Wine Enthusiast, May 2021

This is a relatively soft wine, its tannins already embracing the black-currant fruits. The structure is there, smoothly textured and ripe with fruitiness as well as good acidity. This wine is likely to develop relatively...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Pauillac
Vintage 2018
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14.5%
Closure Cork

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 2018 Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a Bordeaux Blend that hails from the prestigious Pauillac region of Bordeaux, France. With its deep garnet-purple color, this wine is visually stunning and immediately catches the eye. Aromas of cherries, walnuts, and dried flowers greet the nose, creating an enticing bouquet.

On the palate, this medium-to-full-bodied wine reveals very fine tannins and a creamy texture that adds to its overall elegance. The bright, vivid finish leaves a lasting impression. Currant and tar flavors dominate, showcasing the wine's depth and complexity. The polish and beauty of this wine are truly remarkable.

Renowned wine critic James Suckling awarded the 2018 Grand-Puy-Lacoste an impressive score of 94. He suggests that it is best enjoyed after 2023, allowing it to further develop and reach its full potential.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also gave this vintage a high score of 93. They describe it as displaying slowly emerging notes of ripe blackberries, blackcurrant pastilles, and redcurrant jelly. The palate is medium-bodied with well-managed, slightly chewy tannins and a refreshing line that lifts the black and red berry layers. The finish is earthy and satisfying.

Other critics, such as Jeff Leve, Decanter, Vinous, Wine Spectator, Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Enthusiast, and Jane Anson, all echoed the sentiment that the 2018 Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a standout wine. They praised its depth, balance, purity of fruit, and classic Pauillac characteristics.

Made from a blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon and 22% Merlot, the 2018 Grand-Puy-Lacoste showcases the best of both varietals. The grapes were carefully harvested between September 21 and October 5, ensuring optimal ripeness. The wine was aged in 75% new oak barrels, adding subtle oak influences to the final product.

With an alcohol percentage of 14.5%, this wine is powerful yet well-integrated. It has the potential to age gracefully for 20 years or more. If you appreciate old-school, ageworthy Pauillac wines, the 2018 Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a must-try.