Top-rated wines
Harvest experience
Workshops
Tours & tastings
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Remarkable architecture
About
1855 Grand Cru Classe – 2nd Growth
The history of Chateau Gruaud Larose started in 1725. The winery was founded by Father Gruaud. He later passed it on to his nephew Chevalier de Larose.
Since 1997, the chateau is owned by the Merlaut family.
The winery is developing 82 hectares of vines, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon.
Chateau Gruaud Larose and Sarget de Gruaud Larose are the two labels of the chateau.
The oldest bottle of wine, the winery keeps in its cellars is dated 1815.
Visits
By appointment.
April to October: Mon-Sat
November to March: Mon-Fri
From 9-30 am to 1 pm and from 2 pm to 7 pm (till 6 pm from November to March).
Languages: French, English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, and Russian.
Besides standard visits and tastings, Chateau Gruaud Larose offers tasting workshops, wine pairing with cheese and macaroons, cooking classes, and the harvest experience.
From the famous 6-story tower of Chateau Gruaud Larose, you can see the Gironde, and the historic vineyards of Saint-Julien.
Wines
Red wines
Chateau Gruaud Larose
Sarget de Gruaud Larose
Grape varieties
61% Cabernet Sauvignon
29% Merlot
7% Cabernet Franc
3% Petit Verdot
Best years
2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2010, 2009, 2005, 2000, 1990, 1986, 1982, 1961, 1959
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