Les Fiefs de Lagrange 2025 brilliantly illustrates the accessible and refined style of Les Fiefs de Lagrange, in a sunny vintage where the pursuit of balance took precedence over power. Grown on the gravelly terroirs of Saint-Julien, this second wine benefits from all the technical and plot-specific expertise of Château Lagrange.Following a mild winter and a hot, particularly dry summer, the vines produced very small berries, naturally concentrated in color, tannins, and aromatic intensity. The more temperate temperatures in September helped preserve the freshness and tension essential to the vintage’s balance. The limited yields resulted in a dense yet harmonious structure, without excess.
The harvest, carried out by hand from September 8 to 24, underwent meticulous selection in the vineyard followed by optical sorting in the cellar. Plot-by-plot vinification, conducted in the estate’s temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, prioritizes gentle extraction to preserve the fruit’s vibrancy and the finesse of the tannins. Aging lasts 13 months, divided between one- to three-year-old barrels, 10% new oak, and a portion in amphorae, which adds precision and extra freshness.
The nose reveals generous aromas of ripe black fruit, crisp cherry, and fresh plum, accompanied by spicy and slightly floral notes. The palate captivates with its silky body, velvety texture, and perfectly integrated fine tannins. The wine retains a lovely freshness and remarkable precision despite the sunny character of the vintage. The long, savory finish prolongs a sensation of harmony and elegance.
Harvested from September 8 to 24.
