Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 1981 / 750ml | ≈ $449.50Original €400.00≈ £337.90 | www.lacaveduchateau.com ↗ |
2025 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.6%
Grape Varieties 58.3% Merlot, 38.3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3.4% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 27 Aug 2025 to 19 Sep 2025
Production Details The élevage specification is 59% new barrels. Grapes underwent meticulous sorting to remove bunches damaged by the hot summer.
Tasting Notes Luminous deep red; expressive black fruit, blackcurrant and mocha; powerful, structured attack followed by a creamy impression, fine-grained tannins, freshness and a persistent unfolding finish.
2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.2%
Grape Varieties 46.5% Merlot, 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2.5% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 18 Sep 2024 to 2 Oct 2024
Production Details The élevage specification is 75% new barrels. Red grapes were sorted in the vineyard and again on arrival at the vat house.
Tasting Notes Garnet red with purple glints; powerful, concentrated and complex, with red and black fruit and liquorice; broad, fleshy attack, smoothness, fullness and sustained flavour.
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 52.7% Merlot, 29.6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17.7% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 6 Sep 2023 to 3 Oct 2023
Production Details The élevage specification is 69.5% new barrels. Grapes received meticulous sorting in the vineyard and upon arrival at the vat house.
Tasting Notes Strong dark red; highly aromatic and fruity with depth and ripe-fruit complexity; broad, substantial but not heavy, with prominent fruit and abundant, plump, juicy tannins.
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.15%
Grape Varieties 43.2% Merlot, 51.7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5.1% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 29 Aug 2022 to 19 Sep 2022
Production Details The élevage specification is 62.2% new barrels. Vinification parameters were adjusted through tasting of berries and subsequently the vatted juices.
Tasting Notes Deep purple-dark red; delicate initial nose opening to pronounced depth and complexity; compelling palate with a perceptible but integrated tannic structure.
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2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.4%
Grape Varieties 47.9% Merlot, 45.8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6.3% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 20 Sep 2021 to 8 Oct 2021
Production Details The élevage specification is 73% new barrels.
Tasting Notes Bold purple; aromatic, concentrated and fruity, with blackberry and vanilla-scented wood; full and broad with prominent fruit, plump velvety tannins, freshness and a long finish.
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2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.7%
Grape Varieties 48.6% Merlot, 43.2% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8.2% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 7 Sep 2020 to 29 Sep 2020
Production Details The élevage specification is 76.8% new barrels. Vineyard work, particularly leaf-thinning, was reduced during the hot, dry period to protect bunch integrity and aromatic freshness.
Tasting Notes Dark purple; intense red fruit combining ripe and fresh notes, with woody spice; round, fleshy and substantial, tightly knit and juicy, with elegant tannins and a long finish.
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2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 53% Merlot, 39.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7.5% Cabernet Franc
Region Pessac-Leognan
Harvest Dates 11 Sep 2019 to 2 Oct 2019
Bottling Date 7 May 2021 to 11 May 2021
Production Details The élevage specification is 78.5% new barrels.
Tasting Notes Deep crimson; raspberry and blackberry with ripe fruit, restrained vanilla, oak and delicate spice; round, fleshy and full-bodied, with black fruit, liquorice and juicy velvety tannins.
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Producer Information
Website
Address
31, Avenue Franklin D. Roosevelt, F-75008 Paris, France
Owner
Dillon family
Cellarmaster
Florence Forgas