Gruaud Larose 1976

Gruaud Larose

Case Format: 6x75cl

Max score: 85.0

A 2ème Cru Classé, Château Gruaud-Larose is famous for producing one of Saint-Julien’s most full-bodied wines. Highly tannic in its youth, this is a wine that fully opens-up and blossoms with age, to form an abundant blend of rich black fruits, cedar and liquorice flavours. The estate’s 80 hectares of vineyard comprise a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (c.65%), Merlot (c.25%), Cabernet Franc (c.8%) and Petit Verdot (c.2%). Based in Saint-Julien, the terroir benefits from dry soil and a warm climate from the July to September period. To Gruaud Larose, following organic and biodynamic agricultural practices is essential in assuring that their vines continue to thrive.

IN BOND

CRITIC REVIEWS

Robert M. Parker, Jr.

Not one of the better efforts for Gruaud-Larose, the 1976 lacks the rich, soft, silky fruitiness that characterizes the top wines of this irregular vintage. It seems to have an imbalance of tannin, and an annoying acidity in the finish. Drink it up. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 2/83.

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