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L'Héritier de Grand-Puy Ducasse Pauillac 2019 - Second vin
L'Héritier de Grand-Puy Ducasse Pauillac 2019 - Second Wine

L'Héritier de Grand-Puy Ducasse Pauillac 2019 - Second vin

Pauillac|Red wine

93/100

James Suckling

93/100

Wine Enthusiast

90/100

Decanter

90/100

Vinous

90/100

Jeb Dunnuck

creamy
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"The critics are unanimous: a hit in 2019, an excellent second wine—fantastic!"

“This is a wonderful second wine. Supple, elegant, and vibrant, this 2019 is exceptionally beautiful right from the first sip. It exudes a palpable and seductive energy and liveliness. Notes of crushed flowers, sweet red berries, and mint mingle with the lingering, well-defined finish. ” (Vinous 2022) - Delivery in a wooden case is available for orders of 12 bottles of this wine (depending on the country and selected shipping method)

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Estate

Château Grand-Puy Ducasse

Vintage

L'Héritier

Vintage

2019

Designation

Pauillac

Region

Bordeaux

Grape Varieties

51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 49% Merlot

Regions

Soils typical of Pauillac: silty-gravelly soils for Cabernet Sauvignon and clayier soils for Merlot

Viticulture

Integrated Pest Management

Grape Harvest

Manuals in crates

Wine Production

Traditional, in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks

Livestock Farming

14 months in French oak barrels (15% new and 85% previously used for 1, 2, or 3 vintages)

Alcohol content

14%

Eye

Deep purple/plum color

Nose

On the first sniff, a bouquet of sweet spices (cardamom, nutmeg, and a hint of licorice) reveals a delicate wine with light oak notes after swirling

Palate

Smooth and elegant, with a velvety texture, pronounced tannins, freshness, and body

Serve

At 16-18°C

Open

1 to 2 hours before

Drink starting at

2025

Drink before

2032

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with a venison fillet, lamb chops, a Saint-Nectaire, or a Brebis...

More information at Château Grand-Puy Ducasse

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Bettane & Desseauve

Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2022 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)

About the estate:

This vintage is made from several plots spread throughout the appellation. One of these, located in the Grand Puy area, gave the wine its name and produces the most refined component of the blend, which has matured beautifully under the guidance of the highly skilled Anne Le Naour. There is still room for improvement, which will be made possible by the imminent construction of a new fermentation tank, allowing for precise plot-by-plot selections and even more meticulous aging.
Decanter

Decanter

Wine rated (2024 guide) 90/100

About the wine:

The mid-palate is much fuller-bodied, with a creamy, velvety texture. The finish, however, retains a classic Pauillac character. A standout vintage in 2019. Fresh, juicy fruit, black berries, and currants. An alluring, fragrant nose. 2024–2028
Hachette Wine Guide

Guide Hachette des vins

Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the estate:

Built primarily in the 18th century by attorney Arnaud Ducasse, the estate took on its current name in 1932. The château, which overlooks the Gironde River, dates back to 1820. Three large plots of gravelly soil make up this 40-hectare vineyard, which has been owned by CA Grands Crus (part of the Crédit Agricole group) since 2004.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Rated estate (2019 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)

About the estate:

 
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)

About the estate:

Like Meyney, Grand-Puy Ducasse is owned by a subsidiary of Crédit Agricole (CA Grands Crus). While we were somewhat disappointed by certain vintages from the early 2000s—which clearly fell short of the standard of a good cru classé—things are changing: the estate’s stated ambition is to produce a wine worthy of its status. Anne Le Naour, who manages the estate and oversees winemaking, is gradually adding the refinement that the wine often lacked. Since 2015, progress has been steady.
Wine Enthusiast

Wine Enthusiast

Wine rated (2022 guide) 93/100

Rated Estate (2021 Guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)

About the wine:

This is the second wine of the Grand-Puy Ducasse Cru Classé. Composed of equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, it clearly contains a large portion of the Merlot that was not selected for the first wine. This means the wine is supple and approachable and will develop relatively quickly. It is full-bodied and dense, with subtle smoky notes and pronounced tannins. Best enjoyed starting in 2025. — Roger Voss
Vinous

Vinous

Wine rated (2022 guide) 90/100

About the wine:

This is a superb second wine. Supple, elegant, and vibrant, this 2019 is exceptionally beautiful right from the first sip. It exudes a palpable and alluring energy and liveliness. Notes of crushed flowers, sweet red berries, and mint blend with the lingering, well-defined finish. 2024–2034
James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rated (2022 guide) 93/100

Rated Estate (2021 Guide) Recommended

About the wine:

This wine has a smoky character with notes of blackcurrant and plum, bark, toasted oak, and chocolate. There’s also a hint of mushroom. Medium-bodied, with polished tannins and a velvety texture. Earthy finish. An excellent second wine. Best enjoyed after 2025.
Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck

Wine rated (2022 guide) 90/100

About the wine:

The second wine from this remarkable château, it boasts a deep purple-plum color and a lively bouquet of red and black fruits, wet river pebbles, smoked tobacco, and chocolatey oak. This is a rich, medium- to full-bodied Pauillac with good density on the mid-palate, remarkable ripeness, abundant tannins, and a magnificent finish. It lacks the elegance of the Grand Vin, but it is a satisfying Pauillac that will be enjoyable for the next 15 years.

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