Sarget de Gruaud Larose (BIO-ORGANIC) - Saint-Julien 2024

The Wine Independent

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byLisa Perrotti-Brownthe5/20/2025

Deep garnet-purple in color. Hops from the glass with vivacious notes of warm strawberries, black raspberries, and lavender, followed by suggestions of cinnamon stick and dusty soil. The light-bodied palate is refreshing and pure with red berry flavors and a soft texture paving the finish.

Jeb DUNNUCK

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byJeb Dunnuckthe5/13/2025

The second wine of the Château, the 2024 Château Gruaud Larose Sarget is 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, and the balance equal parts Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, with the élevage spanning 12 months with the majority in used barrels. It's a forward, charming effort with perfumed red and black cherries, leafy herbs, and a kiss of graphite on the nose. It's medium-bodied, has a soft, supple, layered mouthfeel, no hard edges, and a good finish.

Vinum

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byAdrian Van Velsenthe5/6/2025

Leuchtendes Rubinrot; feiner Duft nach Veilchen und Schwarzkirschen; der Gaumen ist leichtfüssig, frisch, bereits gut verpackte Gerbstoffe verleihen Grip, die Frucht ist auf den Punkt gereift, im Abgang von guter Länge, hallt auf Sauerkirschen nach. Wird früh Trinkspass bieten.

Vinous

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byNeal Martinthe5/5/2025

The 2024 Sarget de Gruaud Larose spends 12 months in oak. It has a light but pleasant bouquet with blackberry and wild hedgerow scents. It's quite sedated—in a good way. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, dark berry fruit laced with cedar at its core and a peppery if slightly short finish. Drink this over the next five to seven years.

Vinous

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byAntonio Gallonithe4/30/2025

The 2024 Sarget de Gruaud Larose is a bold, juicy second wine that will drink well right out of the gate. Succulent red cherry/plum fruit and sweet spice notes are pushed forward. Soft contours wrap it all together while pretty floral accents lift the finish. This mid-weight Saint-Julien is a delight.

The Wine Cellar Insider

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byJeff Levethe4/30/2025

Currants, cranberries, and peppery herbs show easily in the perfume. On the palate, the wine is bright, sharp, and crisp, with chewy, piquant red fruits from start to finish. You should be able to enjoy this wine on release. The wine is a blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, and 3% Cabernet Franc,12.45% ABV. Drink from 2027-2033.

Alexandre Ma

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byAlexandre Mathe4/29/2025

From the first sip, you can immediately feel the fullness and juiciness on the palate. Although the finish is a bit firm, the mid-palate’s fine texture is still quite convincing. With a pH of 3.55 and slightly elevated acidity, the wine’s palate is naturally extended, and its soft structure provides a refreshing and smooth experience. The aromas of sour cherries and wax apples are clear and direct – straightforward yet not monotonous – precisely reflecting the signature style of Sarget de Gruaud Larose.

Wine Advocate

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byWilliam Kelleythe4/25/2025

A blend of 46% Merlot and 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, with the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the 2024 Sarget de Gruaud Larose is a medium-bodied, tangy red redolent of cassis and petals. Pretty, pure and a touch acid-driven, it checks in at just under 12.5% alcohol.

Falstaff

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byPeter Moserthe4/25/2025

Dark ruby, opaque core, purple reflections, delicate edge brightening. Delicate strawberry, a hint of heart cherry, nuances of orange zest, inviting bouquet. Slender, delicate red berry, fresh and lively, a delicate, light-footed food companion.

Yvesbeck.wine

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byYves Beckthe4/23/2025

48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot

Nuances d’iris, de cerises et de sureau complétées par une touche de graphite dans le bouquet de Sarget. Juteux et friand en attaque, le vin est harmonieux. Son caractère linéaire est plébiscité par des tannins offrant de la vigueur, tandis que l’acidité se veut rafraîchissante et structurante. Un vin sapide, salivant et persistant. A boire jeune et moins jeune ! Il est content d’être là ??  2027-2039

Alexandre Ma

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byAlexandre Mathe4/21/2025

From the first sip, you can immediately feel the fullness and juiciness on the palate. Although the finish is a bit firm, the mid-palate’s fine texture is still quite convincing. With a pH of 3.55 and slightly elevated acidity, the wine’s palate is naturally extended, and its soft structure provides a refreshing and smooth experience. The aromas of sour cherries and wax apples are clear and direct – straightforward yet not monotonous – precisely reflecting the signature style of Sarget de Gruaud Larose.

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

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byJane Ansonthe4/16/2025

A slightly subdued opening, focus on savoury redcurrant and raspberry fruit, fine tannins with precision and balance, enjoyable. Harvest 27 September to 8 October. 3.55 pH, 31hl/h yield, slap bang on the appellation average, organic certified. Around 55% of overall production in this wine.