1999 - Gruaud Larose, Saint-Julien

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Tasting Notes

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Inside Bordeaux Jane Anson - 17 Nov 21
A difficult vintage with a promising summer, but with rain at harvest. This majors black fruits, from bilberry, loganberry to blackberry, that have softened over the past 22 years but remain subdued, with an earthy quality, along with raspberry leaf, bay, cèpes and undergrowth. The classic St Julien mint leaf freshness and a juicy minerality come through on the finish. Harvest September 14 to 29. 35% new oak.
Drinking Date: 2021 - 2040
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The Wine Independent Lisa Perrotti-Brown - 09 Jan 24
Medium to deep brick in color, the 1999 Gruaud Larose delivers fragrant, mature notes of new leather, unsmoked cigars, charcuterie, and dried herbs giving way to notes of Christmas cake and sandalwood with a hint of rusty nails. The light to medium-bodied palate is fully mature, with loads of tertiary expression and soft, powdery tannins, finishing with a lively lift.
Drinking Date: 2024 - 2029
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Vinous Stephen Tanzer - 01 May 02
Full medium ruby. Highly aromatic, expressive nose combines currant, espresso, saddle leather and roasted meat. Sweet, lush and smooth, but given definition by its vinosity. Not especially refined, but plummy and mouthfilling. Ripe tannins saturate the teeth and the sides of the mouth on the long finish.
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