The 2022 Laroque is even better from bottle than it was en primeur. Dark, rich and enveloping, the 2022 is seriously impressive. Black cherry, leather, licorice, dried herbs and mocha race across the palate. The possesses superb depth and nuance while capturing all of the richness of the year. Laroque is very clearly one of the sleepers of the year. Superb. ~95 AG-VM
Another impressive performance from this estate, the 2022 Laroque offers up aromas of sweet berries, violets, iris and exotic spices, followed by a medium to the full-bodied, layered palate with a rich core of fruit that's framed by lively acids, concluding with a taut, chalky finish. Once again, it's the result of a strict selection that sees only 45% of the production released as the grand vin. ~93-95 WA
A very classic Bordeaux with medium to full body, firm tannins, and crunchy character, with a linear nature. Currants and blackberries. Sandalwood, too. Fresh. ~93-94 JS
The 2022 Laroque was picked at 41hL/ha between 14 and 30 September, representing 45% of the total production. It has a clean and precise bouquet with brambly red fruit, hints of liquorice, and iodine. Quite voluptuous in style, though thankfully, it retains delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with succulent ripe red fruit. Fine structure, very supple in the mouth. The lightly spiced finish comes across just a little sweeter than I would have liked, prompting me to be a bit more cautious with my score than I otherwise might have been. ~92-94 NM-VM


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- "One of the Sleepers of the Year. Superb." ~95 VM
- Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classe From A 12th-Century Estate
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- Varietal:
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Region:
- Bordeaux
- Sub-Appellation:
- Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
- Alcohol:
- 13.5%
- Size:
- 750ml
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Chateau Laroque's story begins in the 12th century when a small tower was erected, laying the foundation for what would become an illustrious winemaking tradition. Fast forward to the 17th century, and the magnificent Chateau we know today was brought to life by the visionary Marquis de Rochefort-Lavie.
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