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Grand Puy Lacoste 2011

Pauillac, Fifth Growth

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Tasting Notes

The dense ruby/purple-colored 2011 Grand Puy Lacoste exhibits a charming, open-knit bouquet of red and black fruits. It is a savory, medium-bodied, flavorful, well-endowed Pauillac from Xavier Borie that can be enjoyed over the next 10-15+ years.

Score: 91

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2014-2029 01 April 2014

Overall, this is an elegant effort from Xavier Borie. A dark ruby/purple hue and a classic nose of smoky black currants and flowers are followed by a medium-bodied wine with more finesse and elegance than the blockbuster style seen in great vintages. Penetrating acidity gives the 2011 Grand Puy Lacoste excellent vibrancy as well as definition. Enjoy it during its first 10-15 years of life.

Score: 89 - 91

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2012-2027 27 April 2012

The 2011 Grand Puy Lacoste is a blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon and 22% Merlot. It has a slight subdued nose that demands some coaxing and eventually, perhaps reluctantly offers aromas of blackberry, wild hedgerow, sous-bois and damp tobacco. I find it missing a little vivacity and precision. The palate has a crisp, brine-tinged entry with chalky tannins. Typically masculine and austere, quite edgy and tense, the 2011 is a straight down the fairway, quintessential Pauillac with cedar and strong graphite notes on the finish. Leaving it for another five minutes, there is a cheeky scent of orange that develops in the glass and then…poof…it’s gone again. This is an intriguing Pauillac that keeps you on your toes. Tasted April 2012.

Score: 90 - 92

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 30 April 2012

78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot. 75% new oak. Deep crimson. Fresh, cedary cassis. Cool, supple and again refreshing. Pretty light but well balanced within that context. 17 for harmony, minus for levity. (JH)

Score: 17

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2018-2028 16 April 2012

Deep blackcurrant Cabernet fruit, elegant freshness and great depth, a true vineyard wine with a very good future.

Score: 17 - 18

Decanter, Decanter.com Maturity: 2017-2035 16 April 2012

Nice, fresh, floral style, with violet and sandalwood notes up front followed by a core of plum, bergamot and cherry sauce flavors. Lightly dusty finish. Has some weight in reserve and so could flesh out more.

Score: 88 - 91

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 11 April 2012

This has lots of mineral and lemon peel character with dried flowers and currants. Full and very silky with fresh acidity. Long and intense. Racy and lean at the finish.

Score: 91 - 92

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 01 April 2012