Château Lagrange
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1855 Third Growth revived by Suntory since 1983 — one of Médoc's largest Grand Cru estates (118 ha), aged on Günz gravel with 103 individually managed parcels for extraordinary precision and consistency.
Château Lagrange is a 3ème Grand Cru Classé (Third Growth) estate in the Saint-Julien appellation, classified in the prestigious 1855 Médoc classification. The property spans 118 hectares of vines — one of the largest Grand Cru estates in the Médoc — with vines grown on two Günz gravel slopes, one of which forms the highest point in the Saint-Julien AOC. In 1983, Suntory acquired the estate and undertook a dramatic revival: replanting some 500,000 vines, installing over 100 small fermentation tanks for parcel-by-parcel precision winemaking (103 distinct parcels), and pioneering optical sorting technology. The result is a wine that combines youthful vigor and vibrant aromatics with a remarkable capacity to evolve into a refined, complex masterpiece over decades.
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Who Is This For?
Collectors and enthusiasts seeking a benchmark Saint-Julien that rewards patience — those who appreciate the seamless integration of modern precision winemaking and classic Bordeaux terroir expression.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the history of Château Lagrange?
- Château Lagrange dates back to medieval times as part of a Knights Templar estate. It was classified as a Third Growth in 1855 but fell into neglect following the Great Depression. In 1983, Japanese beverage giant Suntory purchased the estate and invested massively in its revival, transforming it into one of Médoc's most modern and precisely managed properties.
- What wines does Château Lagrange produce?
- The estate produces four wines: the flagship Château Lagrange (first label), Les Fiefs de Lagrange (second label), Le Haut-Médoc de Lagrange (third label), and Les Armes de Lagrange (a white Bordeaux blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris, and Sémillon).
- What grape varieties are used in Château Lagrange?
- The red wine blend is led by Cabernet Sauvignon (approximately 67%), with Merlot (28%) and Petit Verdot (5%). The estate also produces a white wine (Les Armes de Lagrange) from Sauvignon Blanc (60%), Sauvignon Gris (20%), and Sémillon (20%).
- How does Suntory's ownership influence the wine?
- Suntory's 40+ year stewardship brought sweeping modernisation: 500,000 vines were replanted, over 100 small fermentation tanks installed for parcel-by-parcel vinification, and optical sorting technology was pioneered. This meticulous approach has earned the estate consistently high scores (approximately 95 points) from leading wine critics.
- When is Château Lagrange at its best?
- Château Lagrange is impressive young with vibrant fruit and firm tannins, but truly shines after 10–15 years of cellaring, when its textures soften and secondary aromas of tobacco, cedar, and earthy complexity emerge. Top vintages can age gracefully for 30+ years.