Les Fiefs de Lagrange 2015

Characteristics and tasting tips for Les Fiefs de Lagrange 2015

Tasting

Color
The wine enchants with its purple-tinted bright red hue, displaying a captivating brilliance in the glass.

Nose
Expressive, the nose combines dark and red berry aromas (blackberry, cherry) with subtle minted and spicy notes, complemented by hints of vanilla and cedar.

Palate
The palate is fresh and lively, revealing a balanced attack with acidity and a firm tannic structure that confers superb elegance. Flavors of dark fruits, spice, and a touch of mint stretch to a persistent and aromatic finish.

Serving

For optimal enjoyment, serve between 16 and 18°C. The 2015 Les Fiefs de Lagrange can be enjoyed between 2018 and 2030.

An elegant and full Saint-Julien Second Wine

The estate

Chateau Lagrange, a celebrated estate in Saint-Julien, is known for its meticulous approach and dedication to quality. The estate's vineyards produce wines that exemplify the region's rich heritage and terroir.

The vineyard

Situated in the esteemed Saint-Julien region, the vineyards benefit from fine gravel soils for Cabernet Sauvignon and clay soils for Merlot. This terroir, combined with a favorable climate, imparts a perfect balance of acidity and tannins to the wine, resulting in a well-rounded and expressive Bordeaux blend.

Vinification and Aging

The grapes are hand-harvested from 30-year-old vines on average and undergo strict sorting before fermentation. Aging occurs in French oak barrels to enhance complexity and depth.

Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon (55%)
Merlot (41%)
Petit Verdot (4%)