Chateau Larroque, Bordeaux Superieur 2018
France, Bordeaux
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£17.90
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£15.90
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Description
In a nutshell:
Rich dark fruit, a hint of cedar, and supple tannins, a classic Bordeaux with a touch of sophistication.
The lowdown:
Château Larroque sits at the southern tip of Bordeaux's left bank near Langon - more or less Sauternes country - and here they produce a Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blend that offers more than you'd expect for the price. A year in oak adds depth and texture, while the nose reveals soft cassis and black cherry aromas laced with subtle oak notes. The palate is nicely complex, with ripe black fruit, fine tannins, and a solid structure that feels surprisingly polished. It quietly over-delivers, with its subtle left bank charm.
The Producer:
Château Larroque comes from Vignobles Ducourt, based in Ladaux in the heart of Bordeaux's Entre-Deux-Mers. It has grown from small beginnings in the 1950s under Henri Ducourt into quite a substantial operation. Now spanning 14 châteaux and 450 hectares, it's still very much a family affair, with Henri's grandchildren Bernard, Philippe, and Marie Christine steering the ship. Their vineyards follow the agriculture raisonnée system, favouring minimal intervention and cutting back on artificial pesticides - an approach that pays dividends in the glass. The range is as impressive as it is approachable, offering excellent quality without breaking the bank.
When to drink:
It's a great match for slow-cooked lamb shoulder or a rustic chestnut stew - hearty, earthy dishes that let its rich dark fruit and fine tannins shine.
Rich dark fruit, a hint of cedar, and supple tannins, a classic Bordeaux with a touch of sophistication.
The lowdown:
Château Larroque sits at the southern tip of Bordeaux's left bank near Langon - more or less Sauternes country - and here they produce a Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blend that offers more than you'd expect for the price. A year in oak adds depth and texture, while the nose reveals soft cassis and black cherry aromas laced with subtle oak notes. The palate is nicely complex, with ripe black fruit, fine tannins, and a solid structure that feels surprisingly polished. It quietly over-delivers, with its subtle left bank charm.
The Producer:
Château Larroque comes from Vignobles Ducourt, based in Ladaux in the heart of Bordeaux's Entre-Deux-Mers. It has grown from small beginnings in the 1950s under Henri Ducourt into quite a substantial operation. Now spanning 14 châteaux and 450 hectares, it's still very much a family affair, with Henri's grandchildren Bernard, Philippe, and Marie Christine steering the ship. Their vineyards follow the agriculture raisonnée system, favouring minimal intervention and cutting back on artificial pesticides - an approach that pays dividends in the glass. The range is as impressive as it is approachable, offering excellent quality without breaking the bank.
When to drink:
It's a great match for slow-cooked lamb shoulder or a rustic chestnut stew - hearty, earthy dishes that let its rich dark fruit and fine tannins shine.
Details
| Categories | Wine / Red Wine / Mellow & Rounded Reds |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Country | France |
| Grape Variety | Merlot , Cabernet Sauvignon , Cabernet Franc |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Volume | 75cl |
| ABV | 14% |
| SKU | BE4W15RN |
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