Chateau La Lagune - Haute Medoc 2016
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Château La Lagune, located in the Haut-Médoc appellation on the Left Bank of Bordeaux, enjoys an excellent reputation for producing elegant, finely structured wines. Classified as Troisième Cru Classé in the famous Bordeaux Wine Classification of 1855, Château La Lagune is known for its meticulous approach to viticulture and winemaking, which results in high-quality wines that faithfully express the unique terroir from which they come.
The property boasts a long history, with its origins dating back to the 16th century. Today, Château La Lagune is recognized for its commitment to adopting sustainable practices in the vineyard and for its innovative philosophy in the cellar, which ensures a constant pursuit of quality and excellence.
The Château La Lagune vineyard extends over particularly favorable soils, composed mainly of gravel and sand, which offer excellent drainage and ideal conditions for the ripening of the grapes. The typical blend of La Lagune includes a majority of Cabernet Sauvignon, flanked by Merlot and a small percentage of Petit Verdot. This varietal combination contributes to the complexity and depth of the wines, offering a perfect balance between power and elegance.
Winemaking at Château La Lagune is characterized by scrupulous attention to every detail, from grape selection to fermentation and aging. The wines are aged in French oak barriques, with a variable percentage of new barrels, for a period that can vary from 12 to 18 months, depending on the vintage. This process helps integrate complexity, structure and subtly toasted notes, further enriching the aromatic profile of the wine.
Upon tasting, Château La Lagune reveals a wide range of aromas, which include red and black fruits, floral notes, spices and an elegant mineral hint. In the mouth, the wine is characterized by fine, well-integrated tannins, which support a balanced structure and depth of flavor. The acidity is well balanced, contributing to a freshness that persists in the long finish.
With its significant aging potential, Château La Lagune is a wine that can be appreciated young for its liveliness and freshness, but which reaches the pinnacle of its expression with a few years of bottle maturation, developing greater complexity and harmony.
In conclusion, Château La Lagune represents a brilliant example of the elegance and finesse that Haut-Médoc wines can offer, reflecting the commitment and passion of this historic estate in producing wines of exceptional quality.
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