Tasting Notes
Vinous 91
The 2018 La Grave is a bold, hearty Pomerol. Black cherry, plum, espresso, licorice, gravel, dried herbs and leather give La Grave its potent, somber feel. Imposing tannins add to an impression of rusticity. I would prefer to drink this over the next decade, give or take.
Anticipated maturity: 2023-2033
Robert Parker 88
The medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2018 la Grave is a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. It slips easily out of the glass with open-knit scents of baked plums, boysenberries and mulberries, plus touches of black truffles, menthol, pencil shavings and an iodine waft. The medium to full-bodied palate delivers mouth-coating black fruits with a rugged, rather rustic texture and just enough freshness, finishing on a medicinal note.
Anticipated maturity: 2021-2033
JancisRobinson.com 16/20
85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc. Barrel sample. Deep cherry red. Intense sour-cherry aroma and some blueberry sweetness. Highly aromatic fruit. Bright fruit on the palate too, tannins are nicely dry and a little chewy, rounded, with some chocolate on the finish, which flattens the fruit a little. Slightly hard on the finish even though it clearly has good fruit. (JH)
Anticipated maturity: 2024-2029
