Chateau Lauriol is the 100% Merlot second wine of perennial over-achiever - Chateau Puygueraud, owned by the Thienpont family. It comes from their vineyards in the Côtes du Francs. Sleek and sophisticated this is remarkably classy for the price. The expertise of the team screams out of the glass. Indulgent Bordeaux in a lovely, modern fashion - one to open with friends and a great meal.