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2005 Chateau Gruaud-Larose

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The 2005 Chateau Gruaud-Larose from Chateau Gruaud-Larose, St-Julien, Bordeaux

In the pantheon of Bordeaux excellence, a standout vintage often speaks for itself. This statement rings true with the remarkable 2005 Chateau Gruaud-Larose from Chateau Gruaud-Larose. The year 2005 in Bordeaux was heralded for its almost perfect conditions—a grower's dream and an investor's boon—with a summer that proffered ample warmth tempered by just the right touch of rain.

 

An Exemplary Vintage

The result is a quintessentially structured wine that sustains intensity balanced with elegance—a hallmark of the storied St-Julien appellation. Upon decanting, the 2005 vintage releases an opulent bouquet of blackcurrant and tobacco leaf, underscored by subtle notes of cedar and spice from exquisitely integrated oak. On the palate, layers unfold with blackberries and plums in harmony with fine-grained tannins that have softened beautifully over time, showing depth without overpowering.

 

A Testament to Time

With over a decade and a half in bottle, this 2005 offering emerges as an impeccably aged Bordeaux tailored for discerning investors. It bears witness to the mastery of maturation which can singularise one vintage above another—a factor crucially assessed when diversifying one's investment portfolio with fine wines.

The poise of this St-Julien stalwart is evident in its seamless profile that lingers on the palate. To sip on this 2005 Chateau Gruaud-Larose is to experience a symphony where every note is meticulously crafted and every instrument plays its part in perfect concert. The vintage asserts itself not just through its exceptional character but also through its appreciable investment potential.

In closing, wine enthusiasts and investors will find the 2005 Chateau Gruaud-Larose from Chateau Gruaud-Larose to be a poignant representation of Bordeaux’s outstanding craftsmanship. Its composition of climate and terroir conceived in that idyllic year has yielded a vintage that not only stands as a monument to the heights of winemaking achievement but also as an esteemed addition to any fine wine collection seeking both pleasure and value appreciation.

Current market price

£810.00

12x75cl

Highest score

90

POP score

81

Scores and tasting notes

90

The 2005 Gruaud Larose has a deep ruby/purple color, excellent concentration, and clean, pure black and red currant fruit, licorice and spice. It is medium to full-bodied, lush, and very soft and round. I’m surprised how drinkable it is already, although it is certainly capable of lasting 15 or more years.

Robert Parker Jr - The Wine Advocate, 28 June 2015

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