Château La Lagune, 3ème Cru Classé, Haut Médoc, 2012

Name: Château La Lagune, 3ème Cru Classé, Haut Médoc
Brand: Château La Lagune
Price: 43.45 GBP

Available Vintages

all 2005 2012 2022 2023 2024

justerini & brooks tasting note

A heady mix of floral and mineral crested cherry, plum and cassis wafts from the glass, accented by early signs of maturity, with just a whiff of tilled earth, dried leaves and iodine beneath a penetrating and decadent mix of cedar, nutmeg, pepper and graphite. The fruit is still primary and almost unctuous, enveloped by gentle, graceful tannins. It’s an absolute beauty.

critic reviews

89/100Lisa Perrotti-Brown,The Wine Independent

Medium to deep garnet colored, the 2012 La Lagune leaps with kirsch and cassis notes followed by hints of fallen leaves, pencil lead, and dried Provence herbs. Light to medium-bodied, with lively black fruits and a chewy texture, it finishes earthy if uncomplicated.

DRINKING WINDOW 2022 - 2029

date of review 02/2023

87/100Neal Martin,Vinous

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.

DRINKING WINDOW 2022 - 2028

date of review 09/2022

90/100Robert Parker,Robert Parker Wine Advocate

This property has been making excellent wines under the administration of Caroline Frey, and 2012 continues their recent success. With a deep ruby/purple color, notes of new saddle leather, graphite, blackcurrants and black cherries, a supple texture, medium to full body and beautiful purity, this is an outstanding 2012 to drink over the next 20 years. In general, the blend tends to be approximately 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance 25% Merlot followed by 15% Petit Verdot.

DRINKING WINDOW 2015 - 2035

date of review 04/2015