Chateau Lagrange - St. Julien 2018
Price: $59.96
Producer | Chateau Lagrange |
Country | France |
Region | Bordeaux |
Subregion | St. Julien |
Varietal | Bordeaux Blend |
Vintage | 2018 |
Sku | 791826 |
Size | 750ml |
Chateau Lagrange has been producing wines of excellent quality and price since its mid 80's revival. The newly arrived 2018 continues this great confluence of quality and price slipping in at just under $60/btl.
Lagrange has an almost 280 year history of production at this site. It is the largest classified growth at just over 110ha planted to a combination of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, and 7% Petit Verdot. It was classified as a 3rd growth in 1855 and is known for their solid, earthy bottlings that represent Saint Julien well.
Wine Advocate: 95 Points
Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Lagrange explodes from the glass with bombastic notes of crème de cassis, chocolate-covered cherries and baked red and black plums with suggestions of rose oil, cedar chest, pencil lead and hoisin. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has fantastic vibrancy for the ripeness, packed with juicy black fruits and compelling tension with a finely grained texture to support, finishing on a lingering mineral note. Nicely done! (LPB)
James Suckling: 93-94 Points
This is a very velvety-textured Lagrange with blackberry and purple-fruit character. Lavender and black-tea undertones. Full body. Long and caressing.
Antonio Galloni: 92-95 Points
The 2018 Lagrange is off the charts. Bold, plush and beautifully resonant in the glass, the 2018 possesses tremendous richness and textural intensity. Super-ripe dark cherry, plum, espresso, mint and licorice build in a racy, sumptuous Lagrange loaded with personality. The 2018 is one of the best recent vintages I have tasted. Tasted two times.