AU
New Zealand
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96-98 Points
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93-95 Points
From organic viticulture to agroforestry and eco-pasturing, Gruaud Larose balances heritage with innovation—producing wines that are not only world-class, but crafted with long-term environmental responsibility.
Despite weather challenges, the 2024 vintage benefited from deliberate harvest timing and a disciplined winemaking approach, resulting in a wine of ripeness, structure, and true St-Julien refinement.
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Description
Since its founding in 1725, Château Gruaud Larose has stood as a pillar of Left Bank excellence, stewarded by just four families over three centuries. Its 82-hectare vineyard, planted in 1784 and unchanged since its 1855 classification as a Second Growth, forms a single, cohesive terroir encircling the château.
With a deep respect for nature and tradition, Gruaud Larose has evolved into a model of sustainability. From organic farming and agroforestry to eco-pasturing and innovative vineyard practices, every initiative is designed to maintain environmental harmony and uphold the estate’s timeless character. Under the technical leadership of Virginie Sallette since 2018, the team has achieved greater precision through a long-term replanting strategy and thoughtful adjustments across the winemaking process.
The 2024 vintage demanded patience and precision. Cool spring weather and September rains delayed ripening, but careful monitoring allowed the fruit to reach full maturity. Harvest began on 27 September, yielding a wine that reflects the estate’s deep roots and forward-thinking approach.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Blackberry, Earthy, Spice
Palate:Blackberry, Plum, Spice
Description
Since its founding in 1725, Château Gruaud Larose has stood as a pillar of Left Bank excellence, stewarded by just four families over three centuries. Its 82-hectare vineyard, planted in 1784 and unchanged since its 1855 classification as a Second Growth, forms a single, cohesive terroir encircling the château.
With a deep respect for nature and tradition, Gruaud Larose has evolved into a model of sustainability. From organic farming and agroforestry to eco-pasturing and innovative vineyard practices, every initiative is designed to maintain environmental harmony and uphold the estate’s timeless character. Under the technical leadership of Virginie Sallette since 2018, the team has achieved greater precision through a long-term replanting strategy and thoughtful adjustments across the winemaking process.
The 2024 vintage demanded patience and precision. Cool spring weather and September rains delayed ripening, but careful monitoring allowed the fruit to reach full maturity. Harvest began on 27 September, yielding a wine that reflects the estate’s deep roots and forward-thinking approach.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Blackberry, Earthy, Spice
Palate:
Blackberry, Plum, Spice
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Blackberry, Earthy, Spice
Blackberry, Plum, Spice
