Château Gruaud Larose Grand Cru 2000

“Elegance is an attitude.” -Longines

Bordeaux is such a highly diverse region, every sub appellation is different from one neighbor to the next. Chateau Gruaud-Larose was classified as one of fifteen Deuxièmes Crus in the original 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Hailing from the smallest Haut Medoc regions, Saint Julien. The region produces finely structured Cabernet dominant red blends. An organic and biodynamic chateau, the vines are average 46 years old planted in the signature Garonne gravel soils.

Chateau Gruaud-Larose Grand Cru Classé 2000

Saint Julien, Bordeaux

A stylistic blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec and 1% Petit Verdot. Aged for 16-18 months in 50% new oak.

Deep jeweled garnet color, a color that you can get lost in staring into it’s depths. Thoroughly ripe aromas of dark fruit, dried figs, loads of leather, cedar, tobacco and crushed stone. The flavors are very concentrated - the aromas are present with black raspberry and blackberry, prune, graphite, meatiness and coffee. The tannins are so supple and smooth and beautifully integrated with the lively acid and flavors. The wine is so silky in texture and classically savory.

It’s a rare treat of a wine that excites you, that stimulates ALL of your senses. It amazed me how fresh it still was at 22 years old. Quite honestly, I enjoyed this wine all on it’s own by the fire and just lost myself in it’s decadence.