Name: Chateau Gruaud Larose Saint Julien 2015 750ml
Brand: Chateau Gruaud Larose
SKU: 810654
Price: 114.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 93.8 (8 reviews)

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Winery

Chateau Gruaud Larose

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Varietal

Red Bordeaux

There are few regions in the world with stricter regulations in regards to wine production and grape varietals than those found in Bordeaux, France. Here, in the home of the world's finest wines, the type and quality of grapes used is of utmost importance, and the legendary wineries which work on the banks of the Gironde river have mastered the careful art of juice blending to find the perfect balance for their produce. Whilst there are six 'official' Bordeaux grapes, the two key varietals for almost every fine Bordeaux wine are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and with good reason. Whilst Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are renowned for their acidity and astringency, strong fruit and spice flavors and full body, Merlot grapes are notably rounded, soft, fleshy and lighter on tannin. The combination of these two varietals, along with a small percentage of (commonly) Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc, is the perfect balancing act â€“ the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region

Bordeaux

Bordeaux: The Pinnacle of Terroir Expression In the illustrious realm of wine, Bordeaux stands as a beacon of excellence, where history, tradition, and terroir converge to create some of the world’s most iconic wines. Bordeaux’s rich mosaic of vineyards is characterized by the left bank, right bank, and the sweet symphony of Sauternes. Each of […]

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Appellation

Saint Julien

Saint-Julien, a revered appellation in Bordeaux's Left Bank, epitomizes the finesse and elegance of red Bordeaux wines. Nestled between Pauillac and Margaux, Saint-Julien boasts a remarkable concentration of classified growths, showcasing wines that marry power with refinement. What makes Saint-Julien unique is its well-balanced terroir—gravelly soils, proximity to the Gironde estuary, and a temperate maritime climate. These factors nurture the cultivation of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, resulting in wines celebrated for their structured tannins, expressive aromatics, and age-worthiness. Saint-Julien's notable châteaux, such as Léoville-Las Cases and Ducru-Beaucaillou, exemplify the region's commitment to quality. The wines exhibit a harmonious blend of dark fruits, cedar, and subtle minerality. Exploring Saint-Julien unveils the essence of Bordeaux winemaking, where tradition and innovation converge to produce wines of timeless allure and sophistication.

TWI 97pts

The Wine Independent

Gruaud Larose 2015 is medium to deep garnet in color. It leaps out of the glass with notes of crushed black cherries, blackcurrant pastilles, and juicy blackberries plus suggestions of violets, camphor, and black truffles. The medium-bodied palate is fantastically elegant and intense with fine-grained tannins and bold freshness to support it, finishing long and perfumed. Impressive.

JS 95pts

James Suckling

Concentrated and elegant with a great harmony of dry tannins and ripeness (but no hint of overripeness), this has a long finish with a lot of drive and enormous freshness. You could drink this now with red meat, but it’s got decades ahead of it.

WE 95pts

Wine Enthusiast

The ripe fruit that is a hallmark of this vintage at this estate has been maintained along with solid tannins and richness. This has both tannins and concentration although the fruit is the thing, making a wine that will develop relatively quickly. Drink from 2023.

DC 94pts

Decanter

Enticing red and black fruits – including red cherry, cassis and plum – mingle with herbal notes, tea leaf, graphite and hints of leather. The overall picture is muddied by an all-too-evident imprint of toasty new oak: still conspicuous after nearly a decade in bottle. The proportion of new oak doubled from the preceding vintage to 80%, with 18 months of ageing. While the 2014 is already enjoyable, the fuller-bodied 2015 needs more time. For now, I prefer the better-integrated 2014, although technical director Virginie Salette believes the oak in the 2015 will integrate with further ageing. There is sufficient underlying substance to support that prospect, but, for now, a more reserved score.

WA 93pts

Wine Advocate

Medium garnet-purple colored, the 2015 Gruaud Larose simply sparkles with bright, vibrant red cherries, ripe raspberries and fresh black currants notes with underlying suggestions of cinnamon stick, rose petals, fallen leaves and dried Provence herbs. Medium to full-bodied and possessing tightly wound red and black fruits layers intermingled with spicy accents, it has a firm, grainy frame and great vivacity, finishing long and perfumed. I'm probably being too conservative with my score here and expect this could blossom in 4-6 years into an even more impressive beauty!

JD 93pts

Jeb Dunnuck

The 2015 Château Gruaud Larose, from a bottle purchased in the US, checks in as 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, and 9% Cabernet Franc that was harvested all in September. A beautiful wine, it has an almost Pauillac bouquet of blackcurrants, truffle, cedar pencil, and tobacco leaf, with an alluring, meaty, forest floor-like character that develops with time in the glass. This ripe, powerful 2015 stays balanced and in check, with medium to full-bodied richness, ripe, present tannins, and a good finish. As with many 2015s, it’s already hard to resist yet should hit true prime time in another 4-5 years and I suspect evolve for 20-25 years.

WS 92pts

Wine Spectator

This has a serious graphite spine, along with beautiful beams of black currant, bitter plum and blackberry paste flavors. Dried anise, black tea and licorice snap notes lurk in the background. The finish is long and gilded with a violet accent. Best from 2021 through 2035. 13,343 cases made.

VM 91pts

Vinous Media

The 2015 Gruaud Larose has a perfumed and floral bouquet of raspberry coulis and crushed strawberry, well defined if not the most complex among its peers. It has certainly opened up in recent months. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannin, touches of espresso lacing the red berry fruit. Just a slightly lactic finish detracts from overall delineation. I suspect that there will be improvement - it just needs time to settle. Tasted blind at the Southwold 2015 Bordeaux tasting.