Chateau Laroque - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classe 2023 (Pre-arrival) (750ml)
Price: $41.99
| Producer | Chateau Laroque |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Subregion | Saint-Emilion |
| Varietal | Bordeaux Blend |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Sku | 7801 |
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The Laroque vineyards, many of them old and all planted with authentic mass selections from the original Merlot and Cabernet Franc, represent an exceptional living heritage of 61 hectares. Naturally, each new planting is an opportunity to keep these priceless old vines alive. Being able to preserve them in their rich diversity is Laroque’s good fortune.
99% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc
Chateau Laroque Description
Arriving at Laroque is a wonderful experience. On the edge of the rocky plateau, overlooking the undulating hillsides of the Grande Combe de Saint-Laurent, LA-ROQUE sets the tone. Here, vines are planted everywhere in the three types of limestone that are emblematic of the appellation: blond clay (to the west) and red clay (Agen Molasse, to the east) on asteriated limestone plateaux, terraces to the east and hillsides to the west on fine creamy white clay (Fronsac molasse). And it is this variety of soils and relief that gives this vineyard its unique character. Elegant, nuanced, floral, subtle, radiant, long, energetic, light, iodised.
Vinous: 96 Points
The 2023 Laroque has an outstanding bouquet that shades many of its peers. It conveys transparency and mineralite at a higher level and leaves you wanting more. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins that frame the pure black cherry and raspberry fruit. There is structure here, and the finish is notably longer than other wines of its class. This is very impressive, and I can imagine it aging with style.
James Suckling: 94 Points
This is full and substantial, with firm tannins and a crunchy finish. Lots of blue fruit, blackberry, crushed-stone and mineral character. Very structured. 99% merlot and 1% cabernet franc.
Wine Advocate: 94 Points
Exhibiting aromas of dark, minty berries, bay leaf and creamy new oak, the 2023 Laroque is medium to full-bodied, with a sweet core of fruit, powdery tannins and a penetrating, mineral finish.
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