Chateau Gruaud Larose 2015 75cl

Château Gruaud Larose 2015 is a Saint-Julien red wine, classified as a 2nd Grand Cru Classé, combining fine tannins and aromatic richness with precise aging in new oak barrels.

Terroir and vineyard

Area: 82 hectares, the majority planted with Cabernet Sauvignon (approximately 61%), Merlot (29%), Cabernet Franc (7%), and Petit Verdot (3%)
Soil: Deep Garonne gravels dating from the Early Quaternary, promoting optimal drainage
Average vineyard age: 46 years
Density: between 8,500 and 10,000 vines per hectare
Agriculture: integrated management with mechanical tillage, organic fertilization, and the application of organic and biodynamic farming principles. Supported by a weather station for phytosanitary protection, with practices such as leaf thinning, green harvesting, and shoot thinning.

2015 vintage
Climate: Dry winter with low temperatures, spring marked by heavy rainfall in early May but conditions favorable for a perfect flowering. Hot and dry summer in July, cooler August with rainy spells, manual harvesting at optimal ripeness thanks to perfect vine health.
Harvest dates: between September 21 and October 2 depending on the grape variety

Winemaking
Reception of the harvest with double rigorous sorting on a conveyor belt
Fermentation: 50% in concrete vats, 50% in temperature-controlled wooden vats, temperatures controlled between 24°C and 29°C
Maceration for 20 to 30 days with post-fermentation lees stirring
Malolactic fermentation co-inoculated with alcoholic fermentation
Vertical pressing with selection of free-run wines
Aging for 18 to 24 months in French oak barrels, 80% new, 20% one to two years old

Sensory profile
Appearance: bright and clear ruby
Nose: complex, combining spicy notes with red and black fruits
Palate: direct start, powerful and fleshy tannins, full-bodied and ample
Finish: long and spicy, with nuances of cocoa and sweet spices
Recommended drinking window: between 2022 and 2028
Ideal serving temperature: 17-18°C

Production and classification
Alcohol level: approximately 12.5 to 13%
Format: 75cl bottle
Classification: 2nd Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Julien according to the official 1855 classification
Production: approximately 160,000 bottles for the 2015 vintage

Food and wine pairings
Pairs perfectly with grilled or sauced red meat dishes, such as leg of lamb with caramelized onions or onion tart.
This technical sheet reflects a precise and rigorous approach from the vineyard to bottling, highlighting both the prestigious terroir of Saint-Julien and the exceptional quality of the 2015 vintage of Château Gruaud Larose.