Château La Lagune 1996
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The aromatic intensity and richness of a Haut-Médoc red wine
The estate
Enjoying a beautiful location on the left bank of Bordeaux, Château La Lagune is one of the finest Haut-Médoc wines. Since 2004, Caroline Frey has been injecting her talent in order to elevate Château La Lagune to the very top.
The vineyard
Château La Lagune's vineyard is located on a gravelly hillside and covers 80 hectares. The vines are managed based on organic and biodynamic farming practices. The grape varieties are Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.
Château La Lagune 1996: Characteristics and tasting tips
The tasting
Colour
Brilliant, with a beautiful garnet colour.
Nose
The nose blends refreshing ripe fruit fragrances with delicious liqueur notes.
Palate
A generous attack gives way to a rich and harmonious palate. The finish is seductive due to its persistence and fine tannins.
Food and wine pairing
This Château La Lagune 1996 will pair beautifully with lamprey à la Bordelaise.
This is a tannic, austere 1996, but it is well-endowed. Copious aromas of spicy new oak are present in the moderately intense bouquet, as well as cherry notes intertwined with dried herbs. The wine is medium-bodied and well-made, with good spice, a slight austerity, and moderate tannin in the long finish. In many vintages La Lagune can be drunk at an early age, but this effort will require 5-6 years of patience. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2018.