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1990 Chateau Gruaud-Larose

By Chateau Gruaud-Larose

1990 Chateau Gruaud-Larose from Chateau Gruaud-Larose, St-Julien, Bordeaux

In the pantheon of Bordeaux wines, few vintages stand as towering testaments to the region's formidable pedigree like the 1990 vintage. The 1990 Chateau Gruaud-Larose from Chateau Gruaud-Larose exemplifies this esteemed year with a composition that elicits both reverence and a desire for in-depth exploration.

 

Vintage Virtue: A Year of Distinction

Indeed, the 1990 vintage across Bordeaux still stirs conversations amongst connoisseurs and investors alike. Near-perfect climatic conditions provided a stage for wines of great longevity and complexity. The 1990 Chateau Gruaud-Larose is no exception, with its splendid structure and potential for continued evolution over decades.

A harmonious blend of predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, the 1990 offering showcases the art of balance—ripeness without excess, power matched with grace. On the palate, this noble red from St-Julien reveals layers of cassis, truffles, and an undercurrent of earthiness, leading to a finish that is both assertive and endlessly nuanced.

For those curating collections or diversifying portfolios with fine wines, the storied provenance of Chateau Gruaud-Larose, coupled with the brilliance of the 1990 vintage, makes it an intelligent cornerstone investment. It holds an opulent charm while promising additional rewards for those with the pleasure of uncorking its depths in years to come.

 

The Testament of Time: 1990 Chateau Gruaud-Larose Investment Allure

With its formidable aging capacity, the 1990 Chateau Gruaud-Larose represents an alluring proposition for investors seeking to navigate the vinous currents of value appreciation. The time-honoured Chateau has once again acquitted itself admirably in crafting a vintage that transcends market trends with its immutable quality.

As it continues to mature in bottle, reaching its zenith of complexity and expression, the narrative of this wine weaves together terroir, tradition, and time—a fascinating tale for both aficionado and investor alike.

In summation, one's portfolio would be distinctly enriched by including the 1990 Chateau Gruaud-Larose—a vintage marked by a superb constellation of favourable conditions that have been harnessed by Chateau Gruaud-Larose's expertise into an exemplary expression of St-Julien's esteemed terroir.

Current market price

$5,950.00

12x75cl

Highest score

90

POP score

357

Scores and tasting notes

90

Tasted in that well-known Bordeaux appellation called "Burgundy," the 1990 Château Gruaud Larose is a Saint Julien that has always flirted with funkiness. Here that came through quite strongly on this occasion, partly because it was juxtaposed against the purity of the 1990 Domaine de Chevalier Rouge. That does not detract from a thoroughly enjoyable wine. The nose shows just a touch of brettanomyces here, soft black fruit with melted tar, graphite, leather and game. The palate has a gaminess from start to finish, carrying the warmth of that summer into the glass, melted tannins with just a touch of dryness towards the finish. It is a pleasurable, if not intellectual Saint Julien to drink over the next 15 years. Tasted June 2015.

Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate, 28 July 2016

Vintage performance