Saint-Julien

Château Gruaud Larose 1855 - 75 cl

35 572 €

35,571.60 € / unit

Case made of wood, 1 bottles.

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Direct exit from the cellars of the estate: your bottles are delivered in their original sealed case, having never left the property since bottling.

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Grape varieties and terroir

The vineyard lies on deep Saint-Julien gravel, lending power and elegance to the wines. The historic blend favors Cabernet Sauvignon, with varying proportions of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec, the hallmarks of the great aging wines of the era.

Tasting

Color: Deep tiled, with amber and mahogany highlights, testimony to its venerable age.

Nose: Rare and captivating bouquet of dried fruits, figs, noble leather, blond tobacco, cedar, truffle and sweet spices. A striking olfactory depth.

Palate: Silky, delicate, with melted tannins. Evolved aromas of prune, candied fruit, bitter cocoa and undergrowth. Persistent finish, imbued with emotion and elegance.

Storage Potential

This exceptional bottle, preserved in remarkable conditions, is now a museum collector's item. Intended for discerning connoisseurs and for the most prestigious occasions.

Food and Wine Pairings

To be enjoyed with noble game dishes, matured meats, or during a purely contemplative tasting, worthy of its historical status.

Description

Rarely does a bottle embody the memory of wine to such an extent. This Château Gruaud Larose 1855, Second Grand Cru Classé in the official Bordeaux classification, spans the centuries to offer us a true work of liquid art. At nearly 200 years old, this exceptional bottle is much more than a wine: it is a piece of history, preserved in perfect conditions, and a unique testament to 19th-century craftsmanship.

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Characteristic Detail
Name Château Gruaud Larose 1855
Region Saint-Julien, Bordeaux
Appellation AOC Saint-Julien
Grapes Majority Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec
Wine type Red wine
Color Deep tuilée, amber and mahogany reflections
Nose Dried fruits, leather, tobacco, truffle, spices
Palate Delicate, melted tannins, great complexity
Aging Traditional in oak barrels
Cellaring potential Heritage piece, to savor or to preserve
Food & wine pairing Game, aged meats, collection tasting
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Volume 75 cl
Tasting note Historical bottle, of a rare emotion and extreme refinement

Gruaud Larose Castle

Château Gruaud Larose, a classified grand cru from Saint-Julien, embodies the excellence of the Médoc terroir since 1725. This prestigious estate, nicknamed "The wine of kings, the king of wines," produces powerful and elegant wines with beautiful aromatic complexity. Its vineyard of 82 hectares, cultivated biodynamically, reflects a deep respect for nature and ancestral know-how. Each vintage combines richness, finesse, and exceptional aging potential. A true reference among the great wines of Bordeaux.

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