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Château Grand-Puy Ducasse Pauillac 2022 - 5ème Grand Cru Classé
Château Grand-Puy Ducasse Pauillac 2022 - 5th Grand Cru Classé

Château Grand-Puy Ducasse Pauillac 2022 - 5ème Grand Cru Classé

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5/5 (1 customers)

96/100

James Suckling

96/100

Jeb Dunnuck

95-96/100

Terre de Vins

95/100

Wine Enthusiast

94/100

Decanter

94/100

Yves Beck

2*Étoiles

Hachette

powerful
Grand Cru Classé
rising value

"A truly wonderful achievement, built to stand the test of time!"

“The Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2022 is a magnificent wine that could very well surpass the 2020 vintage. Composed primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon (58%), but with a generous amount of Merlot (40%) and a touch of Petit Verdot, this magnificent wine boasts a deep purple color, along with powerful aromas of blackcurrant, spicy oak, freshly sharpened pencils, and a chalky minerality. Medium-bodied to full-bodied on the palate, this full-flavored, complex, beautifully textured, and concentrated Pauillac features powerful tannins, lovely depth on the mid-palate, and an excellent finish. However, it is not for those seeking immediate gratification and will need to be laid to rest for 5 to 7 years, or even a decade. ” (Jeb Dunnuck 2025) - Delivery in a wooden case is available for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on the country and selected shipping method)

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Estate

Château Grand-Puy Ducasse

Vintage

5ème Grand Cru Classé

Vintage

2022

Designation

Pauillac

Region

Bordeaux

Grape Varieties

58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot

Regions

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

Viticulture

Traditional and refined

Grape Harvest

Manuals in crates

Wine Production

Traditional, in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks

Livestock Farming

18 months in French oak barrels

Alcohol content

14,5%

Eye

Deep purple dress

Nose

Elegant, with aromas of blackcurrant, graphite, pencil lead, spices, and sandalwood

Palate

Delicate, ripe tannins, with depth, power, elegance, and a silky texture, resulting in an intense and fresh flavor profile

Serve

Serve in a decanter at 17–18°C

Open

2 hours before

Drink starting at

2028

Drink before

2050

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with lamb chops, beef Wellington, or hare à la royale...

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 (2025 guide) 94/100

About the wine:

Lively and full-bodied, the tannins are imposing and immediately fill the mouth with a rich, fleshy blend of blackcurrant, licorice, graphite, slate, tobacco, and cinnamon. It’s slightly more flavorful than overly spicy, which I appreciate. There are also fresh notes of blueberries and mint that enhance the overall profile. A well-crafted wine, unquestionably powerful and well-balanced. It could benefit from a bit more acidity and juiciness on the mid-palate, which would make it more approachable, but Pauillac enthusiasts will appreciate its bold power. 2027–2049
Hachette Wine Guide

Guide Hachette des vins

Wine rated (2026 guide) 2*Stars (Outstanding Wine)

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

About the wine:

A pinch (2%) of Petit Verdot complements the Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in this well-raised 2022 (18 months in barrels), which opens with notes of black fruit and toasted hazelnut. Fine, firm tannins lend structure to a creamy palate with good density, lingering on peppery notes in the finish. A medium-bodied wine with a lovely classic style, ready to be enjoyed without waiting too long. 2027–2035

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 (2023 guide) 95/100

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

About the wine:

Barrel sample. This estate, whose château is located on the main street in Pauillac, has produced a wine with a refined texture, rich tannins, and a powerful structure. Its blackcurrant aromas add a lovely fruity and tangy touch. — Roger Voss
James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rated (2025 guide) 96/100

Rated Estate (2021 Guide) Recommended

About the wine:

Notes of blackcurrant and pencil shavings stand out clearly here, with hints of crushed stone that carry through into a full-bodied palate, featuring a solid, well-defined, and refined fruity core. Velvety at first, it then transforms into a refined silkiness with a beautiful finish. Please allow it at least 4 or 5 years to open up and reach its full potential.
Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck

Wine rated (2025 guide) 96/100

About the wine:

The Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2022 is a magnificent wine that could very well surpass the 2020 vintage. Composed primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon (58%), but with a generous amount of Merlot (40%) and a touch of Petit Verdot, this magnificent wine displays a deep purple color, along with powerful aromas of blackcurrant, spicy oak, freshly sharpened pencils, and a chalky minerality. Medium-bodied to full-bodied on the palate, this full-flavored, complex, beautifully textured, and concentrated Pauillac features powerful tannins, lovely depth on the mid-palate, and an excellent finish. However, it is not for those seeking immediate gratification and will need to be laid to rest for 5 to 7 years, or even a decade. It should reach its peak by its 30th anniversary. 2032–2062
Land of Wines

Terre de Vins

Wine rated (2023 guide) 95-96/100

About the wine:

A wine built to stand the test of time! Deep and luminous garnet in color, its tannic structure frames a velvety texture, while the flavor profile offers dark fruit, sweet spices—including cinnamon—warmed stone, and linden blossom. It has just enough freshness to balance the vintage’s power.
Yves Beck

Yves Beck

Wine rated (2024 guide) 94/100

About the wine:

Grand-Puy Ducasse displays depth and definition through a multitude of nuances, combining notes of graphite, black berries, and licorice with a hint of oak. The finesse suggested by the bouquet is perfectly reflected on the palate, where the wine is carried by smooth yet powerful tannins. It clearly indicates that it will need time to fully develop and that it possesses all the necessary elements for long-term aging. Undoubtedly one of the best Grand-Puy Ducasse wines in quite some time. 2028–2047

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Review by Mr. DIDIER U. Published on July 4, 2026

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