Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste 2004

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (89)

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.

Winespectator (91)

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.

Jancis Robinson (16.50)

Dark with some evolution. A bit sweaty on the nose. Heavy and thick and a bit cocoa-y. Finishes a bit suddenly. (JR)

Vinous (89)

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.