Château Léoville Las Cases - Saint-Julien - Rouge - 2019

Wine:

At the pinnacle of the Bordeaux hierarchy, the 2019 Red Château Léoville Las Cases once again presents an absolute in this giant vintage. It is a flamboyant and highly pedigreed Las Cases, containing 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, obviously crafted for long aging, and already offering an irresistible balance, aroma, and vibrancy. Its signature tannins, fantastic tension, and the mastered power of its fruit compose an unparalleled classicism, unconditionally elevating it to the highest ranks, marked by incredible freshness and an endless finish. "One of the greatest wines of the vintage," according to Parker.

Vinification:

Harvested by hand. Traditional vinification. Aged in barrels.

Color:

Deep red-black with violet tones.

Nose:

Magnificent aromas of blackcurrant and a bouquet of red fruits, underlined by a full-bodied cigar touch.

Palate:

Concentrated , developing fine, abundant tannins on a supple, elegant palate.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Oven-roasted veal rack, grilled lamb shoulder, beef pavé with pepper sauce.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2046

Adjacent to the First Growth Château Latour, Château Léoville-Las-Cases is universally regarded as one of the greatest wines of Bordeaux and indeed the world, matching the level of the Médoc's First Growths.

Awarded 4 stars by the RVF Guide - the highest distinction - Château Léoville Las Cases exhibits a timeless grace and elegance. With an ideal combination of soils, exposure, and microclimates, Las-Cases owes its superiority to the exceptional qualities of its core terroir named the Grand Enclos, perfectly managed by Jean-Hubert Delon, its talented and unique owner.

The grand vin is thus exclusively derived from this terroir, close to that of Pauillac and adjoining Château Latour. This admirable cru has shown remarkable consistency since the 1970s, and recent vintages seem to reach even greater heights.