Château Gruaud Larose 2017 France

Château Gruaud Larose 2017 FranceWinery Background and History Chteau Gruaud Larose, located in the Saint Julien appellation of Bordeaux, France, is a renowned Second Growth estate as classified in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Established in the 18th century, the estate has a rich history of producing exceptional wines that exemplify the elegance and complexity characteristic of Saint Julien. Sarget de Gruaud Larose is the second wine of the estate, offering a more approachable

it has built a reputation for producing classic Bordeaux wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region

Established in the 17th century

The vibrant acidity provides a bright line that pierces the core and sings through on the finish

at mid-slope

and orthogneiss

with red currant and plum fruit lined with a lively tang of iron that streaks through the finish

This combination of soil composition and climate conditions imparts distinctive characteristics to the wines

and small percentages of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot

soft cheeses like brie or camembert make for an excellent pairing

While specific tasting notes for the 2021 vintage are not available

with early spring frosts and a cool

particularly lobster or lemony baked cod topped with capers