Château La Grange

Saint Julien Red Bordeaux Blend

9.221 ratings
9.36 pro ratings
St. Julien, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
Red Bordeaux Blend
Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, White Rice, Mushrooms, Pasta, Pork, Salami & Prosciutto, Pungent Cheese, Lamb, Tomato-Based, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Beef, Hard Cheese, Venison
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David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.4

There are some acts that are hard to follow. So is the case with the 06 Bordeaux vintage vs. 05. However, that is not entirely the case with the 06 Lagrange. Normally Margaux for rack of lamb, thought I’d try some St. Julien elegance and change it up a bit. Exquisite with the Allen Brothers Lamb Lollipops.

The fruits are, dry, ripe, ruby; blackberries, black raspberries, black plum, black raspberries, bright, dark cherries. Dry clay, semi-sweet lead pencil, charcoal, sandalwood, fresh tobacco notes, limestone powder, dry herb notes-bay leaf, dry river stone, dark, rich soil with dry leaves, a mix of Indian & Asian spices, some black licorice mixed with dark fruit cola, charcoal/volcanic ash, mix of semi-fresh to withering dark, bright florals framed in violets & lavender, really nice acidity and lush , rich, smooth, velvety, well balanced finish that last two-minutes. Happy Labor weekend from
#ChateauIsbel

There are some acts that are hard to follow. So is the case with the 06 Bordeaux vintage vs. 05. However, that is not entirely the case with the 06 Lagrange. Normally Margaux for rack of lamb, thought I’d try some St. Julien elegance and change it up a bit. Exquisite with the Allen Brothers Lamb Lollipops.

The fruits are, dry, ripe, ruby; blackberries, black raspberries, black plum, black raspberries, bright, dark cherries. Dry clay, semi-sweet lead pencil, charcoal, sandalwood, fresh tobacco notes, limestone powder, dry herb notes-bay leaf, dry river stone, dark, rich soil with dry leaves, a mix of Indian & Asian spices, some black licorice mixed with dark fruit cola, charcoal/volcanic ash, mix of semi-fresh to withering dark, bright florals framed in violets & lavender, really nice acidity and lush , rich, smooth, velvety, well balanced finish that last two-minutes. Happy Labor weekend from
#ChateauIsbel

Sep 3rd, 2023
Narun P

Lagrange is by far my favorite St Julien producer. This 2006 is extremely youthful with a relatively oaky entrance, a spicy red cherry mouth feel, and a long complex finish. This could be kept for at least 10 more years easily - and this is saying from my experience drinking a number of bottles from this magnificent chateau in the past year.

Lagrange is by far my favorite St Julien producer. This 2006 is extremely youthful with a relatively oaky entrance, a spicy red cherry mouth feel, and a long complex finish. This could be kept for at least 10 more years easily - and this is saying from my experience drinking a number of bottles from this magnificent chateau in the past year.

4 people found it helpfulMar 11th, 2017
Shun Kikuchi

Dense like ink. Savory aroma like cassis, blueberry and cedar, still youthful. Plus hint of coffee, just good transition. Enjoyable but it is still tannic.

Dense like ink. Savory aroma like cassis, blueberry and cedar, still youthful. Plus hint of coffee, just good transition. Enjoyable but it is still tannic.

Jan 11th, 2016
Robert Cunningham

Wine Educator DeVinimus, Wine Workshop

8.9

Very nice wine. Showing well. Nice depth of fruit.

Very nice wine. Showing well. Nice depth of fruit.

Oct 12th, 2015
Todd Anderson

Very nice claret. Paired well with a braised beef pot roast. Let breath for half hour.

Very nice claret. Paired well with a braised beef pot roast. Let breath for half hour.

Jan 10th, 2022
Isaac Beeri

Beauty. Fresh, ripe red fruit...

Beauty. Fresh, ripe red fruit...

Feb 19th, 2021
Petr Jonak

Decanter FWE 2012

Decanter FWE 2012

Aug 7th, 2017
Scott Petrus

Even after two hours of decanting the wine was still tight. Medium minus acidity followed cassis and plum. Tannins were still firm. Even though an off vintage this wine needs more time in the bottle to be fully enjoyed.

Even after two hours of decanting the wine was still tight. Medium minus acidity followed cassis and plum. Tannins were still firm. Even though an off vintage this wine needs more time in the bottle to be fully enjoyed.

Jun 25th, 2017
Robin Kelley O'Connor

Educator Italian Wine Merchants

9.2

Robin had this 10 years ago

Robin had this 10 years ago

Nov 1st, 2014
Robin Kelley O'Connor

Educator Italian Wine Merchants

9.6

Robin had this 12 years ago

Robin had this 12 years ago

Mar 4th, 2013