In Bond Fine Wine. 2010 Château Grand Puy Lacoste, Pauillac, Bordeaux, France. Fifth Growth • Red Bordeaux in 6x75cl. Top critic score: 96/100 (NM). Sold in bond by Albany Vintners, independent fine wine merchants.
Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste has earned a reputation for reliability and classicism, offering some of the best value among Pauillac’s classified growths. Under the long-term stewardship of François-Xavier Borie, the estate has focused on traditional methods, minimal intervention, and meticulous work in the vineyard. Grand-Puy-Lacoste is known for its classic Cabernet Sauvignon cedary notes, & ability to age gracefully. A favourite among those looking for absolutely classic Pauillac at a fair price.
Neal Martin (NM) — 96/100 · Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com, 31/03/2014
Tasted blind at the Southwold Bordeaux 2010 tasting. There is a strong marine influence on the Grand Puy Lacoste 2010: seaweed and brine infused into the black fruit. It is very well defined and focused, building in intensity in the glass. The palate is silky smooth on the entry - very plush and sensual - with a cashmere texture that indicates some beautifully integrated creamy oak. It fans out w…
James Molesworth (JMol) — 92–95/100 · Wine Spectator, 31/03/2011
Juicy and still a bit compact, but with red currant, blackberry and roasted vanilla flavors. Shows the racy style of the vintage, with a solid core of fruit for balance. The pure, lengthy finish has nice polish, and this is rock-solid, with a flash of coffee at the end.
Jancis Robinson MW (JR) — 17/20 · JancisRobinson.com, 20/04/2011 · Drink 2018-2032
Dramatically intense colour. But both samples I tried were a little bit tired. Sweet start but without great intensity on the mid palate. Very chewy end. Just a bit awkward and unfocused. Correct balance though with good Pauillac character. I'm just a little worried about the freshness of samples... (Stupidly, I had the chance to re-taste this chez Dourthe but was dashing for a plane and missed b…