2012 La Lagune
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The 2012 La Lagune offers dark chocolate mixed with espresso on the nose, the winemaking coming through quite strongly here. The palate is medium-bodied with a smooth veneer, though it lacks some depth and feels a little monotone on the finish. This does not feel as if it is going anywhere interesting. Tasted blind at the Southwold Ten-Year On tasting.
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Robert Parker
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Tasted blind. Dark crimson. Mouth-filling sweetness and ambition with a little burgundian sweetness. (JR)
The 2012 La Lagune has a perfumed, lifted bouquet that is much more dynamic and floral than the 2011: black cherries, raspberry preserve, crushed violet and a touch of iodine. There is a lot going on here! The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, a fine thread of acidity, plenty of spice-tinged red fruit that feels deftly integrated with the oak. It gently fans out towards the second half with impressive composure. This does not have to do too much to impress and the result is a La Lagune imbued with drinkability even at this early stage. Personally, I would afford it another five years in bottle, but I would not blame anyone for broaching this now. Tasted at the La Lagune vertical at the château.
About the producer
A Third Growth, this Haut-Médoc estate has been owned by the Frey family since 2000. They’ve invested significantly in the vineyard, cellar and château itself, rapidly realising ambitious plans for the property.