Chateau Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2020

An aromatic and beautifully fresh Pauillac wine

The estate

Located in the heart of the Pauillac appellation, on the left bank of Bordeaux, the Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste took its current form in 1855, although it was built as early as the 16th century. The vineyard was marked by the passage of Raymond Dupin from 1930 to 1978. He then sold the property to the Borie family in 1978 who have since carried out numerous renovations. Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is today one of the most representative crus of the Pauillac appellation.

The vineyard

The vineyard of Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste represents 90 hectares of vines planted on deep gravelly ridges in the Pauillac appellation. 60 hectares are planted in one piece. The vines are on average 38 years old.

The vintage

A very wet and mild winter promotes both the restoration of water reserves and the early budding of the vine, which begins at the same time as the lockdown in France. If a snowfall is recorded on March 30, the more clement spring conditions allow the vine to develop under good conditions despite alternating rain increasing the risk of diseases on the vine. From mid-June, dry and hot conditions set in until the weekend of August 12 marked by significant rain episodes beneficial for the vineyard. The alternation of hot days and cool nights in August is ideal to ensure the good maturity of the grapes and achieve optimal tannic richness. The harvest begins on September 14 with high temperatures. The grapes are healthy, concentrated, aromatic and present well-ripened tannins.

Vinification and aging

Manual harvesting is followed by a double sorting on a vibrating table before and after destemming. Maceration for 3 weeks. Aging in French oak barrels (75% new).

Blend

Cabernet sauvignon (76%) and merlot (24%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2020

Tasting

Color
Bright, the color is a beautiful deep and intense purplish red.

Nose
With a beautiful mineral freshness, the nose harmoniously mixes fragrances of ripe black fruits, violet and spices.

Palate
With a precise attack, the palate seduces with its straightness as well as its ripe and delicate tannins. Perfectly balanced, this vintage delights with its elegance and freshness up to a pure, aromatic and persistent finish. This Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2020 authentically expresses the richness and complexity of a great Pauillac terroir.