Classification | Dèuxieme Cru Classé |
Type | Red |
Brand | Chateau Gruaud Larose |
Vintage | 2003 |
Country | France |
Region | Bordeaux, St. Julien |
Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend, |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Slightly damaged |
Drinkable | -2022 |
Stock | 0 |
Condition | From Original Wooden Case |
Label | Bin stained |
The 2003 Gruaud Larose’s dark plum/garnet color is followed by sweet aromas of damp earth, forest floor, herbs, espresso roast, cassis, licorice, and plums. Medium-bodied as well as surprisingly up-front and precocious, it possesses sweet tannin, very nice concentration, and loads of earthy/herbal characteristics intermixed with black fruits, and an attractive, but supple, evolved finish.
Aromas of blackberry, toasted oak, sweet tobacco and espresso. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, fruity finish. I like the texture. Best after 2010. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.