I loved the 2019 Château Laroze from barrel and it's showing nicely from bottle, with an almost Médoc-like bouquet of red and black currants, tobacco, cedar pencil, and chocolate. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, with silky tannins, this complex, nuanced, elegant Saint-Emilion is going to drink beautifully for 10-15 years.
93 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Apr 2022)
Well judged and sculpted, powerful berry fruits, hedgerow with a touch of St Emilion glamour, lovely power on the finish. This is good, has an uplift and a ton of joy. Tasted twice. This estate really has taken a big step up in quality over the past few years and this is an upscore from En Primeur, very impressive, one to watch.
93 points, Jane Anson (Jan 2022)
Aromas of currants, black fruit, dried herbs and charcoal. Medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and a supple, creamy and fresh palate. Juicy finish. Drink from 2024.
92 points, James Suckling (Feb 2022)
The 2019 Laroze offers up copious dark cherry, plum, chocolate, spice, new leather, licorice and leather flavors. There is a bit of tannin that needs time to resolve, but overall this is a forward, juicy style that is likely best enjoyed over the medium term.
91 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Feb 2022)
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