1998 Chateau Gruaud Larose 2e Cru Classe, St Julien, Bordeaux
£165.00
2 in stock
Château Gruaud Larose, an esteemed Second Growth estate from Bordeaux’s Saint-Julien appellation, epitomizes excellence and tradition in winemaking. Established in 1725, this vineyard spans 82 hectares, producing wines celebrated for their elegance, depth, and remarkable aging potential. As a wine shop owner, offering Château Gruaud Larose provides my customers with a quintessential taste of Bordeaux’s rich heritage. This estate’s terroir, characterized by deep gravel soils, is perfectly suited for the cultivation of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. These varietals are meticulously blended to create wines with complex aromas of blackcurrant, cedar, and earthy undertones, balanced by a refined tannic structure and a long, sophisticated finish. Château Gruaud Larose’s commitment to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques ensures each bottle reflects the authenticity and quality of its origins. Their meticulous attention to detail, from hand-picking grapes to aging in French oak barrels, results in wines that are not only delicious upon release but also possess the ability to evolve beautifully over decades.