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Grand Puy Lacoste 2004

Pauillac, Fifth Growth

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Tasting Notes

Pale ruby. Light but very classically dry. Mouthfilling. Great balance and attractive lift on the finish. Still a teensy bit dry and tough on the end so I'd wait just a year or two.

Score: 17

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2013-2023 30 September 2010

Well, first things first: it does not smell like a white Burgundy (I am sure that must have been something with my glass!) No, this is straight down the line Cabernet Sauvignon, good ripeness, blackberry, cedar, pain grille and cigar box. The palate has firm tannins, off-dry and conservative without the weight of a more favourable vintage, but very focused, rather haughty on the dry finish, aloof even. Give it a few years and it will deign you with its presence. Drink 2015-2025. Tasted November 2008.

Score: 90

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2015-2025 01 March 2009

This excellent offering displays sweet black currant notes intermixed with notions of licorice, scorched earth, and spicy herbs. Medium-bodied and elegant with abundant fruit on the attack and mid-palate, and light to moderate tannin, it should drink well for 10-15 years.

Score: 89

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2007-2022 01 June 2007

Medium-deep red. Ripe aromas of plum, leather, chocolate and mellow nutty oak; can't match the 2005 or 2006 for lift. Then supple, sweet and accessible, with ripe but cooler flavors framed by harmonious acidity. Not a particularly powerful or structured wine but the tannins are suave and the finish offers good smoky persistence. This has turned out nicely.

Score: 89

Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar 01 May 2007

Subtle aromas of currant, berries and vanilla follow through to a full-bodied palate, with silky tannins and a long finish. Builds on the finish. Serious for the vintage. Best after 2010. 9,165 cases made.

Score: 91

James Suckling, Wine Spectator Maturity: 2010+ 31 March 2007