- Unit price
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D6-716-716-96
1996
13.00%
0.75L
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Bordeaux-Pauillac , France
Parker about Château Grand Puy Lacoste 1996
The 1996 Grand-Puy-Lacoste, now at 20 years old, has a very typical bouquet for this estate: correct, linear, well defined, conservative but intense, with pencil shavings, cedar and a subtle balsam aroma. The palate is medium-bodied with a firm structure and well-judged acidity that lends this 1996 impressive focus. It is totally and unashamedly classic in style, austere compared to other Pauillacs from this vintage, the kind of gentleman's claret that should grace a dinner table. I have actually encountered slightly better bottles than this one, tasted at the property. It remains a very fine Pauillac that should drink well for 20-odd years ... just expect a little austerity and aloofness. Tasted July 2016.
Description
| Land | France |
| Region | Bordeaux-Pauillac |
| Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot |
| Alkoholgehalt | 13.00% |
| Füllstand | Into Neck |
| Verschlußart | cork stopper |
| Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
| Farbe | Red |
| Inverkehrbringer | Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste, 33250 Pauillac, France |
| Charakter | Dry |
| Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
| Trinkempfehlung | 2016 - 2036 |
| Parker Punkte | 91 |
| Jahrgang | 1996 |
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Château Grand Puy Lacoste 1996
Grand-Puy-Lacoste 1996 is a wine that impressively reflects the excellence of its terroir in the Pauillac region of Bordeaux with the exceptional quality of the vintage.
On the nose, an enticing bouquet unfolds with a variety of aromas. Aromas of dark berry fruits such as cassis and blackberries mingle with subtle notes of cedarwood, tobacco, and a hint of pencil shavings. These aromas are complex and intense, conveying the richness and depth of the vintage.
On the palate, Grand-Puy-Lacoste 1996 presents itself with remarkable richness and structure. The tannins are ripe and supple, resulting in an elegant texture. The fruit flavors are opulent and generous, accompanied by a refreshing acidity that brings vitality to the wine. Nuances of dark chocolate, leather, and a hint of spice add complexity and further refinement.
The finish is long and majestic, with remarkable persistence and finesse. Grand-Puy-Lacoste 1996 is a wine of timeless elegance and class, expressing the best of the vintage and terroir, promising an unforgettable drinking experience.