Die Weinlese am Château Lagrange begann am 11. September 2003 und dauerte bis zum 25. September; damit war dies der früheste Erntebeginn auf diesem Weingut seit 1989. Dies spiegelte die außergewöhnliche Hitze des Jahres in Bordeaux wider: Nur 48 % der Ernte wurden für diesen Saint-Julien-Rotwein verwendet, eine Bordeaux-Cuvée auf der Basis von Cabernet Sauvignon und Merlot, die aus 118 Hektar Rotweinreben mit einer Pflanzdichte von 8.700 bis 10.000 Rebstöcken pro Hektar gewonnen wurde.
Éric Boissenot fungierte als beratender Önologe.
Der Wein hat seinen Höhepunkt erreicht und ist sofort trinkfertig. Er wird bis 2032 seinen besten Genuss bieten.
Robert Parker (91)
Dense purple in color and surprisingly open-knit and velvety textured, the full-bodied, fleshy, succulently styled 2003 Lagrange is more accessible than most Northern Medocs. With low acidity, silky tannin, and loads of chocolatey black currant and cherry fruit as well as nicely integrated, toasty oak, this sensual wine should drink beautifully in 2-3 years and last for 15-18.
Winespectator (92)
Aromas of blackberry and currant with just a hint of black licorice follow through to a full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and subtle ripe fruit, giving licorice and mineral undertones. Complex and refined. Very well done.
James Suckling (92)
I really love the character of dark berries such as blueberries and currants here. Some rose leaf too. Full body with fine tannins and a savory, fruity, silky-textured finish. Very fine indeed
Rene Gabriel (18)
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.
Wine Enthusiast (92)
A dark, dry, brooding wine, which has flavors of blackberries and red plum skins, which is not at all dominated by wood. This is a classic wine, with Saint-Julien's elegance and 2003's power.
Jane Anson (90)
The earliest vintage since 1989, with picking beginning on September 11 through to 25. Cigar box, clove and turmeric spice on the nose. The lower natural acidity is replaced by an oyster shell salinity, and although the fruit has faded a little, it is still mouthwatering and ready for sharing. 48% 1st wine in this vintage. 3.6ph. Eric Boissenot consultant.