From: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
Varietal: 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, and 9% Cabernet Franc
Taste & Critical Acclaim: 92 Points Vinous
A vivacious , quite floral bouquet that bursts from the glass, featuring raspberry, rooibos and black current aromas, The palate is medium bodied with good concentration, a little spicier and softer in the finish, yet with good length and harmony
90 points Vinous: "The 2019 Lacoste-Borie is bright, focused and wonderfully vibrant. This nervy, mid-weight Pauillac offers tons of near and medium-term appeal. Crushed flowers, spice and sweet red berry fruit linger. (AG)" (02/2022)
90 points Wine Advocate: "The 2019 Lacoste-Borie is a wine of immense charm. Wafting from the glass with aromas of cassis, licorice and sweet spices, loamy soil and cigar wrapper, it’s medium to full-bodied, fleshy and seamless, with ripe tannins, succulent acids and a round, giving profile. (WK)" (04/2022)
90 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2019 Lacoste-Borie is a step up over the 2017, offering more freshness and purity, with a round, layered, absolutely delicious style. Red and black fruits, spice, flowers, and hints of tobacco all define the aromantics, and it's medium-bodied, balanced, and as easy to drink as they come. It will evolve for another decade." (05/2024)
The Wine Independent: "The 2019 Lacoste-Borie is a blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, and 9% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-purple in color, it skips out of the glass with cheery notes of kirsch, fresh blackcurrants, and black raspberries, plus hints of menthol, sandalwood, and tilled soil. Medium-bodied, the palate is delicately fruited and refreshing with a slight chewiness to the texture and a lifted finish. (LPB)" (05/2022)
Pairing: The structure and balance of this Pauillac make it a natural fit for dishes that highlight savory depth, char, and herbal elements. Try pairing with classic roasted or grilled meats to complement the wine’s fine tannins, such as ribeye steak with thyme and garlic butter or braised beef short ribs in red wine jus, are excellent choices.
About: Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is located just outside the town of Pauillac in Bordeaux’s Médoc region, an area long associated with some of the world’s most celebrated Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines. Classified as a Fifth Growth in the original 1855 Bordeaux Classification, the estate holds a reputation for producing structured yet refined wines that reflect both Pauillac’s power and a distinctive sense of elegance.