{"product_id":"lagrange-3eme-grand-cru-classe-saint-julien-2011","title":"Lagrange 3ème Grand Cru Classé Saint-Julien, 2011","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Lagrange 2011 is a polished Saint-Julien red from one of Bordeaux’s most respected classified growths, offering the depth and structure you expect from a Left Bank classic. As a 3ème Grand Cru Classé, it combines refined Cabernet-driven character with the elegance and balance that have made Saint-Julien such a benchmark appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a deep ruby-garnet color with a youthful core beginning to soften at the rim. The bouquet leans toward blackcurrant, ripe plum, cedar, tobacco leaf, and subtle graphite, with hints of spice and dried herbs emerging as it opens.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with firm but well-integrated tannins, fresh acidity, and a composed, savory finish. It balances dark fruit with earthy and toasted notes, and while already approachable, it should continue to develop complexity over the coming years; best enjoyed now through the next decade or more, depending on storage conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade in Saint-Julien, one of Bordeaux’s most consistent gravel-soil terroirs, this wine benefits from excellent drainage and a climate well suited to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The grapes are typically harvested parcel by parcel to preserve precision and ripeness, then vinified with careful temperature control and aging in oak barrels to build structure, texture, and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, game birds, and mushroom-based dishes, as well as aged hard cheeses. Serve at 16–18°C, and decant for about 1–2 hours if drinking now to allow the aromas and structure to fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Lagrange is a historic Saint-Julien estate with roots dating back centuries and a reputation for producing reliably elegant, classically styled Bordeaux. Its standing as a Third Growth in the 1855 Classification underscores its long-term importance in the region, and the château is widely admired for its precision, consistency, and ability to age gracefully.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lagrange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252632375633,"sku":"MS-39426","price":82.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/39426.png?v=1783445522","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/lagrange-3eme-grand-cru-classe-saint-julien-2011","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}