La Lagune
The vineyards of Chateau La Lagune were planted in 1724 and since produce fine Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The Chateau was classified in the fourteen Troisiemes Crus in the historic Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855. It is now under the formidable proprietress Caroline Frey, also responsible for the historic Paul Jaboulet Aine estate in the Rhone.
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Bordeaux | 1 | 88 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£405.60 |
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Wine Advocate (88)The 1978 La Lagune remains deep in color, with no sign of maturity. The expansive bouquet suggests roasted nuts, plums, and fresh new oak. On the palate, the wine is tannic, but lush and silky, with oodles of fruit present. It has been slow to evolve, and at its age, still tastes young and vigorous. Anticipated maturity: Now-2005. Last tasted, 12/89. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£1,507.98 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Unquestionably the greatest La Lagune until the 2005 was conceived, the 1982 exhibits a dense ruby/purple-tinged color along with a big, sweet bouquet of black cherries, licorice, smoky toast, and forest floor, a plush, medium to full-bodied mouthfeel, and sweet tannin. It is close to full maturity, and should keep for another decade. Release price: ($65.00/case) |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 91 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£814.87 |
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James Suckling (91)This is racy for a 2006 with plenty of tobacco, berries and hints of mushroom. Light, stylish earthy character. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a pretty finish with lovely tension. Drink or hold. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£1,010.47 |
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James Suckling (96)This shows an enchanting nose of roses, violets and other flowers. It's also fruity but very subtle. A full-body, super-structured red with an excellent backbone of ripe yet firm tannins. Goes on for minutes. Don’t touch for five or six years. Try in 2019. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (DC) |
Inc. VAT
£806.47 |
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Decanter (94)The nose is both direct and exotic with Asian spices, then an almost Mediterranean richness of flavour and La Lagune’s seductively smooth texture. An exciting wine; a real classic. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93 (DC) |
Inc. VAT
£801.67 |
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Decanter (93)Now certified organic, and converting to biodynamics from this year. It displays a confident weight to the damson fruits that are hugely elegant and well placed. A little closed when tasted on two occasions, and the high Petit Verdot content of this wine is no doubt contributing to its slight austerity at this stage, but it also brings that beautifully welcome whoosh of black fruit spicing. Very good quality, elegant and long-ageing, just a dash below the exceptional 2015. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£418.84 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2017 La Lagune is powerful and dense, but also a bit rough around the edges. Tobacco, game, licorice, smoke and dried flowers along with big, coarse tannins give the 2017 its decidedly hearty feel. Even so, there is quite a bit of complexity and plenty of personality. The 2017 is not exactly finessed, but it has a lot going on. The 2017 needs time to come together, but it is promising, that is for sure. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. VAT
£295.24 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (95)The 2019 La Lagune offers exquisite transparency on the nose - one of the most terroir-expressive Pessac-Léognan wines this vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grain tannins, taut and fresh, quite saline with a very integrated and poised finish that lingers in the mouth. Wonderful - could this be the best La Lagune in years? Tasted blind at the Southwold annual tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£391.24 |
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James Suckling (93-94)A firm, polished red with tight, focused tannins that flow across the palate. It’s medium-to full-bodied with good length and a gorgeous finish. From organically grown grapes. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£274.24 |
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James Suckling (93-94)A firm, polished red with tight, focused tannins that flow across the palate. It’s medium-to full-bodied with good length and a gorgeous finish. From organically grown grapes. |
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La Lagune
(6x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 94-95 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£172 -
£205
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James Suckling (94-95)A subtle yet plush La Lagune with black olives, blackberries and hints of chocolate and hazelnut. Medium body with fine, polished tannins and a savory finish. There's a crunchy feel to it and it |
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Bordeaux | 20 | - |
Inc. VAT
£235.49 |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 88 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£405.60 |
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Wine Advocate (88)The 1978 La Lagune remains deep in color, with no sign of maturity. The expansive bouquet suggests roasted nuts, plums, and fresh new oak. On the palate, the wine is tannic, but lush and silky, with oodles of fruit present. It has been slow to evolve, and at its age, still tastes young and vigorous. Anticipated maturity: Now-2005. Last tasted, 12/89. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WA) |
In Bond
£1,231.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Unquestionably the greatest La Lagune until the 2005 was conceived, the 1982 exhibits a dense ruby/purple-tinged color along with a big, sweet bouquet of black cherries, licorice, smoky toast, and forest floor, a plush, medium to full-bodied mouthfeel, and sweet tannin. It is close to full maturity, and should keep for another decade. Release price: ($65.00/case) |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 91 (JS) |
In Bond
£647.00 |
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James Suckling (91)This is racy for a 2006 with plenty of tobacco, berries and hints of mushroom. Light, stylish earthy character. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a pretty finish with lovely tension. Drink or hold. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (JS) |
In Bond
£810.00 |
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James Suckling (96)This shows an enchanting nose of roses, violets and other flowers. It's also fruity but very subtle. A full-body, super-structured red with an excellent backbone of ripe yet firm tannins. Goes on for minutes. Don’t touch for five or six years. Try in 2019. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (DC) |
In Bond
£640.00 |
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Decanter (94)The nose is both direct and exotic with Asian spices, then an almost Mediterranean richness of flavour and La Lagune’s seductively smooth texture. An exciting wine; a real classic. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93 (DC) |
In Bond
£636.00 |
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Decanter (93)Now certified organic, and converting to biodynamics from this year. It displays a confident weight to the damson fruits that are hugely elegant and well placed. A little closed when tasted on two occasions, and the high Petit Verdot content of this wine is no doubt contributing to its slight austerity at this stage, but it also brings that beautifully welcome whoosh of black fruit spicing. Very good quality, elegant and long-ageing, just a dash below the exceptional 2015. |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£333.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2017 La Lagune is powerful and dense, but also a bit rough around the edges. Tobacco, game, licorice, smoke and dried flowers along with big, coarse tannins give the 2017 its decidedly hearty feel. Even so, there is quite a bit of complexity and plenty of personality. The 2017 is not exactly finessed, but it has a lot going on. The 2017 needs time to come together, but it is promising, that is for sure. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£230.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (95)The 2019 La Lagune offers exquisite transparency on the nose - one of the most terroir-expressive Pessac-Léognan wines this vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grain tannins, taut and fresh, quite saline with a very integrated and poised finish that lingers in the mouth. Wonderful - could this be the best La Lagune in years? Tasted blind at the Southwold annual tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
In Bond
£310.00 |
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James Suckling (93-94)A firm, polished red with tight, focused tannins that flow across the palate. It’s medium-to full-bodied with good length and a gorgeous finish. From organically grown grapes. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 93-94 (JS) |
In Bond
£212.50 |
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James Suckling (93-94)A firm, polished red with tight, focused tannins that flow across the palate. It’s medium-to full-bodied with good length and a gorgeous finish. From organically grown grapes. |
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La Lagune
(6x75cl)
2023
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Bordeaux | - | 94-95 (JS) |
Expected Price Range
£172 -
£205
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James Suckling (94-95)A subtle yet plush La Lagune with black olives, blackberries and hints of chocolate and hazelnut. Medium body with fine, polished tannins and a savory finish. There's a crunchy feel to it and it |
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Bordeaux | 20 | - |
In Bond
£177.00 |
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