2022, Château Gruaud Larose, SAINT-JULIEN, 2ème Grand Cru ClasséBordeaux Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc Historic and very popular Saint Julien 2nd growth a brilliant wine that ages very well. The 2022 is 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Franc. Significantly, this is the first year under organic certification. It has an impressive bouquet with pure blackberry and raspberry fruit, black truffle and sous bois scents. I am impressed by its delineation and focus; frankly, these are

reflected in the ripe and opulent nose

as it was en primeur

There's a bit more Petit Verdot in this year's blend

There are generous fruits

the Nicolas family led by Jean-Valmy

It takes time to cohere

it bursts from the glass with bold

Full-bodied and juicy with dusty and fine tannins that spread across the palate

(a monopole) surround the Château de Fuissé itself

Harvest finished October 12

silky feel on the palate

The texture is just gorgeous