2022 Chateau Grand-Puy-Lacoste

A very structured and rich red with black berry and chocolate. Full-bodied with a solid core of fine tannins and a fresh and muscular finish. Dusty texture. Yet it remains bright and vivid. 3.55 pH. 79% cabernet sauvignon, 21% merlot. ~ (96) James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 4-19-2023

A blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon and 21% Merlot, the 2022 Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a brilliant classic in the making, wafting from the glass with aromas of dark berries, violets and pencil shavings, followed by a medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated palate that exhibits beautiful structural refinement and purity of fruit. Classy and integrated, it is somewhat reminiscent of a modern-day and less forbiddingly structured version of this estate's brilliant 1982. ~ (97) William Kelley, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 4-28-2023

~ (94.5) Antonio Galloni , Vinous 5-9-2023

~ (98) Neal Martin, Vinous 5-15-2023

Deep colour. Marked Cabernet nose. Cassis with a vibrant freshness. Juicy fruit and well-integrated tannins with a more textural feel this year. Reserved, measured, structured. Identity unchanged. ~ (17) James Lawther, JancisRobinson.com 5-8-2023