2024 Château Gruaud Larose (En Primeur)
Est. Delivery October 2027
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This wine is sold En Primeur and does not include shipping or applicable tariffs. Upon release, we will contact you to collect final payment and coordinate delivery. Shipping is anticipated to begin in October 2027.
En Primeur and still in barrel, Gruaud Larose blends Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with a focus on bold structure and longevity. The estate’s gravel-clay soils contribute to richness and firm tannins. The 2024 growing season may support a structured and composed expression.
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Cellared at 55°F & 70% Humidity
Est. Delivery October 2027
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Château Gruaud Larose, situated in Saint-Julien, is a storied second growth estate from the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Founded in the 18th century, the château has a rich history of crafting robust, age-worthy wines. The estate is known for its iconic circular tower, which symbolizes its enduring presence in Bordeaux. Now owned by the Merlaut family, Gruaud Larose continues to honor its heritage while embracing modern winemaking innovations to maintain its reputation for excellence.
Saint-Julien is celebrated for its ideal location within the Médoc, lying between Pauillac and Margaux. This appellation is characterized by its diversity of gravel soils, which impart a signature elegance to the wines. The Gironde estuary provides a stabilizing maritime influence, minimizing temperature extremes and fostering optimal growing conditions. Wines from Saint-Julien are renowned for their balance, offering the power of Pauillac with the finesse of Margaux.
Château Gruaud Larose’s 82 hectares of vineyards are planted on deep gravel soils interspersed with clay, which lend complexity and depth to its wines. Cabernet Sauvignon dominates the plantings, supported by Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. The estate’s terroir benefits from excellent drainage and abundant sunlight, ensuring ripe, concentrated fruit. Gruaud Larose’s meticulous viticulture and traditional vinification techniques highlight the unique characteristics of its site, producing wines of impressive structure and longevity.
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En Primeur, also known as "futures," is the opportunity to purchase wines while they are still aging in the producer’s cellar, before they are bottled and released to the public. Buying En Primeur allows you to secure highly sought-after wines at an early stage, often at a better value than post-release pricing.
Purchase: When you purchase En Primeur wines, you are paying only for the cost of the bottles at the time of ordering. Shipping charges, applicable tariffs, and taxes will be billed separately once the wines are ready for delivery to the United States.
Securing Your Wines: Once your order is placed, we immediately work to secure your allocation.
Updates and Confirmation: As the wines prepare for shipment to the U.S., typically around September or October following the vintage release, we will reach out to confirm your shipping information and provide an invoice for any outstanding shipping and tariff fees.
Shipping: After final payment is completed, we will ship your wines to you. Please note that wines will not be shipped until all outstanding balances are paid in full.
Because En Primeur purchases are secured specifically based on your order, cancellations are not permitted after the order is placed. If you have any concerns, please contact us at hello@heritagecellar.com, through the form on our website, or via chat - we're happy to help answer any questions before you complete your order.
While we strive to provide accurate timelines, delays can sometimes occur due to factors beyond our control, such as shipping logistics or regulatory changes. We will keep you updated throughout the process. In the rare event that a wine becomes unavailable, we will offer you the choice to wait, select a substitute of similar style and value, or receive a refund for the cost of the wine.
Shipping is not included in the initial purchase price. Once the wines are ready to ship, we’ll reach out to confirm your details and send a final invoice for any shipping and tariff charges. Nothing ships until all final balances are paid. Usually ships in the fall two (2) years following the vintage.