In Pauillac's singular landscape, the Lacoste-Borie 2022 in magnum continues the spirit of a great terroir through a precise, sincere and finely chiseled reading of Bordeaux Cabernet. The second wine of Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste, it reflects the meticulous care given to the vineyard and the cellar, in order to offer a hedonistic, accessible wine of real stature. At the table, it answers a dual wish: a generous wine with clear fruit that is easy to share, and a Médoc signature of refined charm carried by a perfectly integrated structure. Guests will find the rare combination of an affirmed character and a caressing texture, well suited to flavorful dishes and lingering moments. The magnum format, for its part, confers breadth, freshness and potential, allowing a tasting that lasts and memories that endure. At Louvins, we celebrate this Pauillac expression that favours purity, uprightness and aromatic accuracy, without ostentation, with that very French way of combining elegance and restraint.

Blend and winemaking

Designed as the link between the demands of a grand cru and immediate appeal, Lacoste-Borie draws from plots and selections dedicated to an accessible style, without renouncing precision. The harvest is carefully sorted, followed by measured extractions to preserve the purity of the fruit and the finesse of the tannins. The élevage, handled with delicacy, marries the touch of French oak with the natural expression of the blend, without masking the terroir. The objective is clear: to keep a straight backbone, a dynamic palate and a clean finish, while offering ample, silky and generous material. Every action in the cellar aims at balance, so that the wine, even young, already presents itself harmoniously, with that Médoc character both noble and precise.

Tasting notes

• Appearance : Bright and deep, with lovely intensity; it immediately suggests the concentration and structure of the vintage in magnum, with clarity that catches the light and promises a polished mouthfeel.
• Nose : An engaging bouquet of ripe black fruits, blackcurrant and blackberry up front, lifted by delicate hints of violet, bay leaf and cedar. A breath of graphite and a touch of sweet spices complete the ensemble, in a clear expression without oak overload.
• Palate : Generous, juicy attack; a savoury mid-palate with satiny-grained tannins, carried by chiselled freshness. The structure is straight, the length flavourful, the finish lingers on black fruit, blond tobacco notes and a hint of liquorice, promising fine development over the years.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve Lacoste-Borie 2022 between 16 and 18°C in large red wine glasses to highlight its texture and nuances. Decanting for 30 minutes will showcase the precision of the fruit and the softness of the tannins. The magnum format, naturally protective, encourages slower evolution, offering immediate pleasure and added complexity after a few years of cellar ageing. Prefer a composed tasting; the wine gains in fullness over the course of the meal. On Louvins.fr, you benefit from careful packaging and secure shipping to preserve the integrity of your bottle.

Food pairings

• Savory aperitifs : delicate game rillettes, country terrine with pepper, artisanal coppa.
• Starters : soft-boiled egg with porcini, puff-pastry poultry pie, mushroom velouté with truffle shavings.
• Mains : dry-aged rib steak with reduced jus, roast rack of lamb with herbs, long-braised chuck with rich jus and root vegetables.
• Cheeses : comté, tomme de Savoie, salers, old mimolette that underscore the wine's structure.
• Desserts : for the adventurous, a lightly sweetened dark chocolate dessert served at the end of the meal, to preserve balance.

Tasting occasions

The Lacoste-Borie 2022 in magnum gracefully accompanies your major convivial moments :

• A gourmet dinner where one celebrates the precision of a Pauillac with a silky touch.
• A hearty Sunday lunch, centred on roasted meat and confit vegetables.
• A connoisseur's gift, to share the spirit of a great terroir in a celebratory format.

Characteristics

• Name : Lacoste-Borie 2022, Magnum, second wine of Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste
• Appellation : Pauillac AOC
• Type : Red wine, Fine wines
• Vintage : 2022
• Grape varieties : blend of Bordeaux varieties dominated by cabernet sauvignon and merlot
• Alcohol content : not disclosed
• Aging : carried out with care in the cellar, respecting the expression of the fruit and the terroir
• Capacity : Magnum, 1.5 L
• Cellaring : enjoyable now, will progress over a few years depending on storage
• Serving temperature : 16–18°C