Château Lalande-Borie
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A refined Saint-Julien classic by the Borie family, produced 1970–2018, now continued as Le Petit Ducru de Ducru-Beaucaillou.
Château Lalande-Borie was a distinguished estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, established in 1970 by Jean-Eugène Borie, owner of the renowned Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, through the acquisition of parcels from Château Lagrange. Planted on deep gravel soils ideal for Cabernet Sauvignon, the estate produced elegant, structured wines celebrated for their classic Saint-Julien finesse, aromatic complexity, and excellent aging potential. Managed by the Borie family under the company Jean-Eugène Borie SA, the wine was produced through the 2018 vintage before being renamed Le Petit Ducru de Ducru-Beaucaillou from the 2019 vintage onward, becoming the third wine of Ducru-Beaucaillou.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for collectors and Bordeaux enthusiasts seeking elegant, classic Saint-Julien wines with excellent aging potential and historical depth.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the primary grape variety in Château Lalande-Borie?
- The wine is primarily composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot and Cabernet Franc, which together provide its signature structure, elegance, and aging potential.
- Is Château Lalande-Borie still being produced?
- The last vintage under the Château Lalande-Borie label was 2018. From the 2019 vintage onward, the wine has been renamed Le Petit Ducru de Ducru-Beaucaillou and is now the third wine of Château Ducru-Beaucaillou.
- Is Château Lalande-Borie a classified growth?
- The estate was not part of the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, but it was highly regarded for its quality and was classified as a Cru Bourgeois du Médoc from 2008.
- How long should this wine be aged?
- The wine typically requires 5 to 10 years of bottle aging to reach its peak, though it can be enjoyed earlier with proper decanting.