The 2020 Château La Lagune seduces with its colour, aromatic richness and tannins, which harmoniously blend complexity and finesse. This vintage is marked by a delicate freshness and a perfect balance.

Chateau La Lagune is located in the Haut-Medoc wine appellation of Bordeaux. It was one of only fourteen 3rd growths (3eme cru classe or troisieme cru) in the historic Bordeaux wine classification of 1855. This remains the highest rating for an Haut-Medoc property. It is located in the commune of Ludon.

Chateau La Lagune was founded in 1724 has had a varied history. After World War 2, the estate was rescued from dereliction when it was bought by Georges Brunet in 1958 and subsequently sold to the Ducellier family who owned Champagne Ayala in 1962. In 2000 both La Lagune and Ayala were sold to the Frey family. They sold Ayala to Champagne Bollinger and acquired Maison Jaboulet in the Rhone. Today the estate remains in the Frey family and has been owned and run by oenologist Caroline Frey since 2004.

Winter was marked by higher than average seasonal temperatures as well as very low rainfall, thus encouraging a vine development that was 3 weeks in advance. The cold spell at the end of March did not affect the vineyard. The application of prepared cow horn manure (500P) promoted microbial activity, humus formation as well as water absorption and retention within the soil. Although the heavy rainfall in early May increased mildew pressure, tisane-based care (Bourdaine bark, wicker) made it possible to keep the plants in good health. Flowering began, in good conditions, from 15 May. Summer conditions were hot and dry. The application of yarrow and chamomile protected the vineyard from water stress. Stormy episodes around mid-August were salvaging, bringing humidity and freshness. Ripening was gradual and homogeneous up to harvest.