Sarget de Gruaud Larose 2009, 2nd Wine of Château Gruaud Larose St Julien
Second wine of Château Gruaud Larose, a 2ème Cru Classé located in Saint Julien. After successive ownership including négociants Cordier who also owned Château Talbot at the time, it is today in the hand of the Taillan Group, owners of many estate including Chasse-Spleen and Haut-Bages-Libéral.
“The second wine of Gruaud-Larose, farmed organically. Not overblown. Well mannered with an undertow of the drama of the vintage. Drink 2013-2020.” – 16pts Jancis Robinson, April 2013
“A little leaner, with blueberry and currant character, medium body and a firm finish. Lacks a little in the mid-palate. Second wine of Gruaud-Larose. Try in 2015” – 89pts James Suckling, February 2012
French red wine from Saint Julien in Bordeaux France, made with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
About the producer: Château Gruaud Larose
Château Gruaud Larose is a 2ème Cru Classé located in Saint Julien. It took its name in the mid-18th century after Chevalier de Gruaud and Chevalier de La Rose. After successive ownership including négociants Cordier who also owned Château Talbot at the time, it is today in the hand of the Taillan Group, owners of many estate including Chasse-Spleen and Haut-Bages-Libéral. View our selection.
Vineyard & Winemaking
Today the 82 hectares of vine are 46 years old on average and are planted with 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. This is one of the largest vineyards in Bordeaux in one single block. Wines are usually aged in oak barrels (30% new) for 18 months.
Wines Produced
Château Gruaud Larose (grand vin) with only 18 000 cases produced per year on average and Sarget de Gruaud Larose (second wine).