The 2019 La Lagune is a Bordeaux Blend from the Haut Medoc region of Bordeaux, France, produced by La Lagune. This red wine has received considerable acclaim from numerous reviewers, highlighting its complexity and potential for aging.
James Suckling awards it a high score of 95, noting the wine's "chocolate, tobacco and blackcurrant character" and describing it as "full-bodied with chewy tannins that are polished and present." He suggests that the wine is "very structured" and recommends allowing it time to soften, indicating that it will be better after 2025.
Vinous also rates the wine at 95, praising its "exquisite transparency" and "terroir-expressive" qualities. Neal Martin describes the palate as "medium-bodied with fine-grain tannins," offering a "very integrated and poised finish."
Other reviewers, including Decanter, Jeb Dunnuck, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Jane Anson, and Jeff Leve, each score the wine at 94. Decanter commends its "perfumed, floral and fruity nose" and "smooth texture," while Jeb Dunnuck highlights its "ripe dark cherries, currants, smoky tobacco, and cedar pencil notes," calling it "utterly classic" and "well worth seeking out." Robert Parker's Wine Advocate describes it as "medium to full-bodied, broad and sensual," reminiscent of the "brilliant 1990." Jane Anson appreciates its "bright blueberry and bilberry fruits" and mentions its organic certification. Jeff Leve praises its "soft, silky, fresh" nature and forecasts it to be among the best vintage La Lagune has produced.
Finally, The Wine Independent gives it a score of 92+, noting its "deep garnet-purple color" and "notes of warm cassis, blackberry preserves, and fruitcake," describing the palate as "firm and chewy."
Overall, the 2019 La Lagune is recognized for its structured tannins, complex aromas, and potential for aging, with several reviewers suggesting it could compete with some of the best vintages from La Lagune.