Identity
| Producer | Château Léoville Las Cases |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | 2nd Grand Cru Classé |
| Grapes | 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 4% Merlot |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep garnet-purple color |
| Aroma | Expressive aromatics of dark purple and black fruit, opulence, clear Cabernet effects, minty, liquorice, graphite undertones, estuarine elements, blackcurrant, blackberry, cherry, violet, coffee, tobacco, chocolate, vanilla, and noble wood |
| Palate | Supple, agile, juicy, succulent with rich cherry juiciness, fleshy, ripe, cool, structured tannins, fine and dense tannins, balanced acidity and richness, mineral freshness, fluid mid-palate, and long impressive length |
| Finish | Long, elegant finish with controlled power, persistent freshness, notes of chocolate, subtle woodiness, and a lingering mineral freshness |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with red meats, roasted game, aged cheeses, and delicate savory dishes |
| Aging Potential | Can be cellared for over 15 years |
| Serving Glassware | Large Bordeaux-style glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 13.1 |
| Aging Process | Aged approximately 1 year and 4 months in oak barrels, 85% new oak, providing structure and power |
Terroir
| Soil | Grave du Quaternaire on gravelly-sandy and clay subsoils |
| Vine Age | 40 years |
Interesting facts
| Owned by the Delon family since 1902, Château Léoville Las Cases is a renowned Super-Second classified estate in Saint-Julien, producing wines with immense aging potential and complexity. The Grand Vin is made exclusively from grapes grown in a 60-hectare walled Clos. |
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