Grand Puy Lacoste 1996

The 1996 Grand Puy Lacoste comes from one of Bordeaux 's most prestigious estates and represents the classic style of a Pauillac Grand Cru Classé. Château Grand Puy Lacoste, firmly in family hands, cultivates vineyards on the gravel terraces of Pauillac, where ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon prevail. The 1996 Vintage is considered one of the best of the decade – cool, concentrated, and long-lasting.

The blend consists predominantly of Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot and a touch of Cabernet Franc. After hand-harvesting, the wine matured in French oak barrels, which imparts its elegant structure and subtle toasty notes. The 1996 Grand Puy Lacoste displays a harmonious balance between power and elegance, a quality that only mature Bordeaux Wines can develop.

The nose reveals aromas of blackcurrant, cedar, tobacco, and a subtle hint of graphite. On the palate, a powerful yet fine-grained tannin structure unfolds, supported by dark berry fruits, spicy notes, and remarkable depth. The finish is long, precise, and imbued with a cool minerality reminiscent of the gravel terraces of Pauillac.

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Serve the Grand Puy Lacoste 1996 at 16–18 °C with beef, venison, or hearty game dishes. A Bordeaux that rewards connoisseurship.