$539.88
CHATEAU LES GRAVES DE LAVAUD is a red wine from the Bordeaux region of France, characterized by its rich flavor profile that often includes dark fruit notes, subtle oak, and a balanced acidity. The wine showcases the unique terroir of the Graves district, known for its gravelly soils, which contribute to its distinctive taste.
This wine presents a nose characterized by floral aromas of rosehip and violet, interwoven with hints of dense minerality, clay, and gravel, alongside subtle notes of tart red fruit. On the palate, it reveals a weightly body with precise acidity and refreshing sour red cherry, raspberry, and green flavors, complemented by intense minerality and firm tannins. The finish is prolonged, with gripping tannins and mineral undertones of slate, rock, and graphite. While currently enjoyable, its structured nature suggests potential for further evolution and integration of flavors with aging, making it a candidate for cellaring.