2022 Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste Pauillac

There’s something about Pauillac that just commands attention. Maybe it’s the deep gravel soils that have shaped some of Bordeaux’s most legendary wines. Maybe it’s the precision of winemakers who know that great things take time. Or maybe it’s just the magic of this Left Bank appellation, where Cabernet Sauvignon thrives and history runs deep.

Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is no newcomer to this scene. This estate has been part of Pauillac’s story since at least the 16th century, but it truly made its mark in 1855, earning its classification as a Fifth Growth. Over the years, it has passed through only a few hands—most notably, the Borie family, who took the reins in 1978 and never looked back. Under the careful guidance of François-Xavier Borie, the château has been thoughtfully modernized while staying true to its roots. Today, it’s a name that serious Bordeaux lovers hold in high regard.

The 2022 vintage is a perfect example of what makes Grand-Puy-Lacoste special. The vineyard, with its deep gravelly slopes, produced fruit of exceptional ripeness thanks to a growing season that was both challenging and rewarding. Warm days and cool nights led to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes that were bursting with concentration and elegance.

Everything at this estate is done with precision. The grapes are picked by hand, sorted twice to ensure only the best make the cut, and then vinified with a long maceration period to extract maximum depth and complexity. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels—75% new—adding structure and layers of refinement.

The result? A wine that captures the essence of Pauillac in every sip. Dark, polished, and beautifully balanced, it opens with notes of violets and spice before unfolding into a rich tapestry of ripe blueberries, graphite, and fine tannins. It’s fresh yet powerful, elegant yet intense—a true reflection of its terroir and the craftsmanship behind it.

For those who appreciate Bordeaux at its best, the 2022 Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a vintage worth savoring. Whether you’re adding it to your collection or planning a special dinner around it, this is a wine that will only get better with time.

2022 was an oustanding vintage for the Lef Bank Bordeaux. Wine Spectator gave it a 95 point review and said: "A new paradigm for Bordeaux. Reds have fleshy fruit, with fresh and pure aromas. More consistent than the 2018–’20 trio."

Aging: aged for 16 to 18 months in 75% new French oak barrels.