The 2016 Petit Lacoste is the third wine of the renowned Fifth Growth estate, Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste, in Pauillac, Bordeaux. Produced in a stellar vintage, this red wine offers a rich, approachable, and classic Pauillac style with blackcurrant and cedar notes. It is often blended with a majority of Cabernet Sauvignon and is known for being an early-drinking, high-quality alternative to the Grand Vin.

Winemaker

A value‑driven Pauillac from the prestigious terroir of Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste, Petit Lacoste 2016 delivers classic Left Bank character with finesse and approachability. This Médoc Bordeaux blend showcases ripe black‑and‑blue fruit — cassis, plum and blackberry — complemented by cedar, spice and subtle earthy notes. Medium‑bodied with polished tannins and bright acidity, it’s structured yet supple, offering a refined palate and lingering finish. A great introduction to Pauillac style that drinks well now and over the next several years, Petit Lacoste pairs beautifully with grilled red meats, hearty stews and aged cheeses.

A polished and approachable Pauillac that captures the classic Bordeaux character of its esteemed terroir. Medium‑ to full‑bodied, it offers ripe blackcurrant and plum fruit layered with cedar, subtle spice and gentle earthy notes. Smooth, finely‑textured tannins and bright acidity give balance and length, making it both friendly to enjoy now and capable of further evolution over the next few years.

Tasting Note
A rich nose of blackcurrant, blackberry and dark cherry, with cedar, tobacco and leather, leads to a full-bodied palate with more ripe black fruits, cassis, hints of graphite and touches of mocha.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: Approximately 13% ABV
Closure: Natural cork
Harvest: 2016
Oak: Matured in French oak barrels; exact duration and proportion of new oak not confirmed
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot; exact proportions for the 2016 vintage not confirmed
Farming: Traditional viticulture
Vineyard Area: Pauillac, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
Vinification: Grapes are harvested and carefully selected before fermentation under controlled temperatures. The wine is matured in French oak barrels to develop structure, complexity and balance.
Winemaker: Not confirmed
Region: Pauillac AOC, Bordeaux, France

Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Decanting: 45–60 minutes
Food Pairing: Grilled steak, roast lamb, braised beef, duck breast, game dishes, and aged hard cheeses.