2020, Château Léoville Las Cases, SAINT-JULIEN, 2ème Grand Cru ClasséBordeaux Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, merlot. The 2020 Loville Las Cases has developed into a powerhouse. Then again, that is Las Cases. En Primeur, I thought the 2020 was a bit shy, but its true personality has to emerge. Blackberry jam, spice, menthol, liquorice, espresso and plum all saturate the palate. Vivid and explosive, the 2020 is dizzyingly rich, with plenty of Las Cases tannins that will require patience. I am not sure when

open and appealing yet with all the elements so very carefully set in their place

framed by a firm backbone of grainy tannins and wonderful freshness

Pretty floral and savoury accents run through a core of dark Merlot fruit

A deep colour

Drinking Window: 2025 - 2045

Tight at the end

This is a success in its demonstrative

Less Cabernet Sauvignon than usual due to tiny yields

Cool vintage character

the 2020 is so impressive

pomegranate and bright mineral notes all build in the glass

The 2021 Domaine de Cambes is a very pretty wine with lovely aromatic presence and detail