A classic Pauillac blend of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Franc, harvested at 45 hl/ha and matured in 45% new oak. The 2015 opens with expressive aromas of red and dark berries layered with cedar, spice, floral notes and a hint of mint. The palate is energetic and structured, delivering vibrant cassis and spiced plum fruit framed by firm, chewy tannins and fresh acidity.

James Suckling | JS 96
Published: Feb 1, 2018

Swathed in spicy and toasty oak aromas, this has a wealth of superbly expressed red and dark berries, flowers and mint. The palate delivers a very assertive and energetic array of dark berries and spiced plums with a fresh, focused, vibrant finish. Superb wine. Try from 2023

The Wine Advocate | RP 91+
Published: Feb 22, 2018
Drink: 2019-2032

The 2015 Grand-Puy-Lacoste is medium garnet-purple colored with a nose of red and black currants, cedar chest and roses with a touch of dusty earth. The medium-bodied mouth is chewy, with lively fruit and good balance. 

Decanter | D 91
Published: Nov 14, 2018

This is a very enjoyable wine. There’s subtle and welcoming grilled oak on the nose with smooth brambly fruits and acidity that is present but balanced. The tannins are well integrated with touches of menthol on the finish and a certain restraint that give clues to the appellation. It definitely works as an entry point to the main Grand-Puy-Lacoste bottling. Harvest was from 18 September to 4 October. 45% new oak.

Jancis Robinson | JR 16
Published: Aug 7, 2025
Drink: 2025-2030

74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc. 45 hl/ha.
I tried two bottles of this vintage as the first bottle didn’t seem quite right but the second was similar. Deep colour. Rather indeterminate nose with a slight herbaceous edge. Tannins edgy and hard with plenty of chew on the finish. A problem of fruit ripeness? 2014 looks the better bet.