Château Lagrange Maison Barrière Saint-Julien AOP 2005

Red wine from the Saint-Julien AOP appellation, 2005 vintage, offered by Maison Barrière. Hailing from the Médoc, on the left bank of the Gironde, this 75cl bottle joins DirectCave's Œnothèque selection of old vintages.

In what terroir is Château Lagrange Maison Barrière Saint-Julien AOP 2005 produced?

Château Lagrange Maison Barrière Saint-Julien AOP 2005 comes from the Saint-Julien appellation, one of the four communal appellations of the Médoc, on the left bank of the Gironde. The soils there are composed of deep gravel resting on clay-limestone layers, a substrate that promotes drainage and the maturation of Cabernet Sauvignon, the dominant grape variety in the local vineyards, complemented by Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and sometimes Petit Verdot.

At what temperature should Château Lagrange Maison Barrière Saint-Julien AOP 2005 be served?

Saint-Julien wines are generally served between 16 and 18°C, after decanting to open up their tannic structure. The 2005 vintage is considered in Bordeaux to be a year of great quality, marked by a favorable balance between phenolic ripeness and freshness. Wines from this appellation and vintage have aging potential that generally extends over several decades.

What dishes pair with Château Lagrange Maison Barrière Saint-Julien AOP 2005?

Saint-Julien wines traditionally pair with roasted or braised red meats, game, and aged cheeses, whose tannic structure complements the richness of these dishes.

What should you know about Château Lagrange Maison Barrière Saint-Julien AOP 2005?

This bottle is featured in DirectCave's Œnothèque selection, dedicated to rare and hard-to-find old vintages, intended for enthusiasts looking for bottles from renowned years in Bordeaux.