Château La Garde 2018
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Marks and reviews
Parker
J. Robinson
Decanter
Wine Spectator
J. Suckling
Vinous - A. Galloni
The Wine Independent
Vinous Neal MartinDescription
The complexity and balance of a fine Pessac-Léognan red wine
The estate
Acquired by Vignobles Dourthe in 1990, Château La Garde benefits from one of the most beautiful terroirs of Pessac-Léognan in the Bordeaux region.
The vineyard
The Château La Garde vineyard covers 52 hectares in one piece in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. The vines are planted in a mosaic of terroirs combining gravel outcroppings and plateaus overlooking the town of Martillac.
Vinification and ageing
Optical sorting. Vinification with minimum handling. Malolactic fermentation partly in barrels. Aged on fine lees in oak barrels, 33% of which are new.
The blend
Cabernet Sauvignon (63%)
Merlot (34%)
Petit Verdot (3%).
Château La Garde 2018: Characteristics and tasting tips
The tasting
Colour
The intense colour is adorned with subtle ruby hues.
Nose
The complex nose gives off subtle fruity (blackberry, cherry) and woody notes.
Palate
The lively and full palate exudes fruity aromas sustained by fine tannins and a beautiful power. Harmonious and well-balanced, the palate weaves into a persistent and rich finish.
