{"product_id":"grand-puy-lacoste-5-eme-grand-cru-classe-pauillac-2017-1","title":"Grand Puy Lacoste 5 ème Grand Cru Classé Pauillac, 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrand Puy Lacoste 2017 is a classic Pauillac from one of the Médoc’s most respected Fifth Growth estates, offering the structure, depth, and precision that Bordeaux lovers look for. Built primarily on Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and Cabernet Franc adding balance and finesse, it captures the disciplined elegance that has made this château a benchmark in the appellation since its 1855 classification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a deep ruby core with youthful purple highlights, hinting at its concentration and aging potential. The nose is layered and refined, with blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, graphite, and subtle notes of tobacco, pencil shavings, and spice.\n\nOn the palate, this is a wine of classic Pauillac architecture: firm tannins, vibrant acidity, and a focused core of dark fruit framed by savory oak and mineral tension. The finish is long and precise, with enough balance and density to age gracefully for many years, developing more complexity and softness over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrand Puy Lacoste comes from gravelly soils typical of Pauillac, which are ideal for Cabernet Sauvignon thanks to their excellent drainage and heat retention. The estate’s vineyards are carefully managed and harvested parcel by parcel to preserve the character of each plot, with vinification carried out to emphasize purity, structure, and terroir expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, venison, and richly flavored mushroom dishes. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 1–2 hours if drinking young to allow the aromas and tannins to खुल fully and soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Grand Puy Lacoste is a historic Fifth Growth estate in Pauillac, with roots dating back centuries and a long-standing reputation for producing one of the appellation’s most reliable and classically styled wines. The château has earned particular respect for the consistency and purity of its Cabernet-driven blends, and today it remains one of the standout names of the Left Bank.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grand Puy Lacoste","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255013232977,"sku":"MS-53956","price":83.16,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/53956.png?v=1783455635","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/grand-puy-lacoste-5-eme-grand-cru-classe-pauillac-2017-1","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}