Chateau Les Graves de Lavaud Lalande de Pomerol 2019

2020 Chateau Les Graves de Lavaud, Lalande de Pomerol – Score: 92 (QPR: WINNER)

The nose of this wine is deeply floral, with rosehip, violet, dense minerality, dense clay, rich gravel, and tart red fruit, really lovely.

The mouth of this medium-plus bodied wine is lovely, tart, precise, floral, deeply acidic, fresh, and refreshing, with vibrant sour red cherry, raspberry, and rhubarb, with intense minerality, rich dense tannin, intense clay, gravel, and rich rock, lovely!

The finish is long, tart, refreshing, grippy, gripping tannin, slate, rock, and graphite, Fun! Drink from 2025 to 2029. KosherWineMusings

Vineyard and Terroir: Lalande de Pomerol wines are celebrated for their exceptional quality and remarkable value, firmly establishing themselves as hidden gems on the Right Bank of Bordeaux. Situated adjacent to the esteemed Pomerol appellation, Lalande de Pomerol benefits from similar terroir, including gravelly soils and a favorable microclimate, ideal for cultivating Merlot-dominant blends. These wines often boast a harmonious balance of ripe fruit flavors, elegant structure, and supple tannins, reflecting the inherent characteristics of their terroir. Despite their pedigree and high quality, Lalande de Pomerol wines typically offer a more accessible price point compared to their counterparts in Pomerol and Saint-Émilion, making them an attractive option for enthusiasts seeking exceptional value without compromising on taste or complexity. We are thrilled to offer another exceptional wine from the Bardeau family holdings from this exciting appellation. 

CELLAR Tasting Notes: This wine presents a nose characterized by floral aromas of rosehip and violet, interwoven with hints of dense minerality, clay, and gravel, alongside subtle notes of tart red fruit. On the palate, it reveals a weightly body with precise acidity and refreshing sour red cherry, raspberry, and green flavors, complemented by intense minerality and firm tannins. The finish is prolonged, with gripping tannins and mineral undertones of slate, rock, and graphite. While currently enjoyable, its structured nature suggests potential for further evolution and integration of flavors with aging, making it a candidate for cellaring.