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Château Lavabre - Pic Saint-Loup 2018

Pic Saint-Loup|Red wine

4.2/5 (6 customers)

92-94/100

Robert Parker

17,5/20

Jancis Robinson

"A 70-30 blend of Syrah and Grenache, with the Syrah aged in small new oak barrels and the Grenache aged in large casks. Château Lavabre's 2018 Pic Saint Loup offers ripe, exuberant aromas of plum and black cherry, underpinned by notes of baking spices and crushed stone. These same aromas underpin a full-bodied palate, adding a touch of depth to the waves of ripe fruit. Ripe, supple tannins provide the necessary structure. This delicious and approachable wine will not require significant cellaring time after release.” (Wine Advocate - Joe Czerwinski)

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Château Lavabre

Vintage

2018

Designation

Pic Saint-Loup

Region

Languedoc

Grape varieties

70% Syrah, 30% Grenache

Terroirs

Clay-limestone and marl soils on south-facing slopes

Viticulture

Traditional and refined

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Winemaking

Destemming, gentle pressing, 8-week maceration

Livestock farming

Syrah aged 14 to 18 months in new oak barrels; Grenache aged 14 months in wooden vats

Alcohol content

15%

Eye

Dark garnet color

Nose

Intense black fruit

Palate

Rich and full-bodied, with a beautiful array of red and black fruit aromas and woody notes. A well-balanced finish. Powerful yet fresh.

Serve

At 16-17°C

Drink before

2026

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy with cold cuts, red meat, rib roast, cheese...

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Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Rated (2020 guide) 92–94/100 (An outstanding wine)

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

About the wine:

A 70-30 blend of Syrah and Grenache, with the Syrah aged in small new oak barrels and the Grenache aged in large casks. Château Lavabre’s 2018 Pic Saint Loup offers ripe, exuberant aromas of plum and black cherry, underpinned by notes of baking spices and crushed stone. These same aromas underpin the full-bodied palate, adding a touch of depth to the waves of ripe fruit. Ripe, supple tannins provide the necessary structure; this delicious and approachable wine will not require significant cellaring time after release.

Jancis Robinson

Wine rated 17.5/20

Customer rating

4.2/5

based on 6 reviews

Review by Mr. JACQUES R. Posted on 12/07/2024

Rating revised upward; this wine is in absolutely top form and offers great enjoyment—you just have to be patient…