This Saint-Julien wine displays an intense ruby red color. The nose offers a complex bouquet of black fruits, cedar, and spices. On the palate, it is powerful, with fine tannins and a long finish, revealing great aging potential.
France - Bordeaux, Saint-Julien Dry Red Wine Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Leoville Las Cases Leoville Las Cases - 2018 750 ml
705.00 €
Colour
Intense ruby red, with garnet reflections.
Bouquet
Complex bouquet of black fruits, cedar, tobacco, graphite, and sweet spices.
Taste
Rich, powerful, fine but present tannins, long and persistent finish with mineral and fruity notes.
Alcohol content
13.5%
Type of glass
Bordeaux Grand Cru, large glass.
Pairings
Red meats, game, aged cheeses, truffle-based dishes.
Refinement
Around 18-20 months in French oak barriques (80-90% new).
Vinification
Manual harvest, rigorous grape selection, fermentation in stainless steel or wooden vats.