France

Ch. Laroze

Chateau Laroze Grand Cru Classe Saint-Emilion Grand Cru

Bordeaux

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru

Deep inky plum in colour, vivid violet reflections, this again is classic St Emilion classified in its rich silky texture through the palate, plenty of grip and lift, feels exuberant, damson and black cherry, pomegranate and slate, kick of black chocolate. Meslin family. They have now stopped working organically at Laroze after huge mildew issues in 2021 (although of course only treating where necessary), 30% new oak.

Inside Bordeaux

Enjoyable, with smoked earth, blackberry, bilberry and loganberry fruit, edges of coffee bean and liqourice, a little bitter on the finish but overall this is good quality and enjoyable. 55% new oak.

Sweet blackberry meets sour cherry, giving a textural push and pull that elevates this. High acidities on the finish bring juice but also some bitter notes. Has elegance for medium term drinking. 55% new, 35% in vats, 10% amphora. 37ha on clay loam slopes, owned by the Meslin family owners, Jean Philippe Fort and Hubert de Bouard consultants.

Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, the 2019 Laroze gives up notes of warm blackberries, black cherry preserves, and cedar with suggestions of truffles and tobacco. The medium-bodied palate is chewy and savory, with a firm, ferrous finish.

by Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW

Laroze 2018 has a deep garnet-purple color. It leaps from the glass with scents of warm blackberries, wild sage, and kirsch, plus wafts of fallen leaves and tree bark. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is firm and chewy, with just enough freshness and a rustic finish. 

Amateur

Spiced rosemary, black cherry, fully ripe fruits that head just over the line towards fig and prune, it's enjoyable, full of character, fully ready to drink.

2023	No priceNot available	Excellent
2022	No priceNot available	Excellent
2021	No priceNot available	Excellent
2019	No priceNot available	Excellent
2018	No priceNot available	Very Good

Category	Red wine
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Producer	Ch. Laroze
Vintages	2006
Country	France, Bordeaux, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
Bottle	75 cl

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