{"product_id":"2019-chateau-leoville-las-cases","title":"2019 Château Léoville Las Cases","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Château Léoville Las Cases is a benchmark Saint-Julien from one of the Médoc’s most revered historic estates, often cited as a ‘super second’ for its First Growth–level depth and precision. Crafted predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon, this cuvée showcases the power, finesse and aging potential that have made Léoville Las Cases a reference point in Bordeaux. The 2019 vintage, harvested between 18 September and 8 October, delivers a wine of remarkable purity, structure and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2019 Château Léoville Las Cases shows a deep, opaque purple-black hue, signalling its concentration and youth. The nose unfolds gradually: at first, intense blackcurrant, ripe blackberry and fresh black cherry dominate, followed by layers of violets, crushed stone, pencil shavings, cedar, truffle and subtle earthy tones as it opens in the glass.\n\nOn the palate, this is full-bodied and tightly knit, with a core of pure, dark fruit—cassis, black plum and blackberry compote—wrapped in a firm but beautifully polished tannin structure. The 14.02% alcohol is impeccably integrated, giving a sense of energy rather than heat, while vibrant acidity keeps the wine fresh and focused. Notes of graphite, fine oak spice and tobacco echo on the long, persistent finish. This is a classically structured, powerful Léoville Las Cases built for the long haul; it will reward patient cellaring and is best approached from 2030 onwards, with potential to evolve gracefully for three to four decades or more under proper conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe vineyards of Château Léoville Las Cases lie in the northern part of Saint-Julien, immediately adjacent to Château Latour in Pauillac, benefiting from a privileged position near the Gironde estuary. The well-drained gravel soils, with underlying clay and a moderating river influence, create an ideal terroir for Cabernet Sauvignon, which forms the backbone of the Grand Vin. For the 2019 vintage, the Merlot was picked early, beginning on 18 September, followed by Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc through to 8 October, allowing each variety to be harvested at optimal ripeness. The blend is 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Grapes are meticulously hand-harvested and sorted before fermentation, using traditional Bordeaux methods designed to express the estate’s unique terroir rather than winemaking artifice. The wine is then aged in French oak barriques, approximately 90% of which are new, adding refinement, structure and subtle layers of cedar and spice without overwhelming the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis powerful yet refined Saint-Julien pairs superbly with classic dishes such as roast lamb with herbs, dry-aged ribeye, beef Wellington, venison or other game, as well as rich dishes featuring truffle, wild mushrooms or slow-braised beef. Mature hard cheeses like Comté, aged Gouda or Manchego also make excellent companions. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its aromatics and balance. In its youth, decanting for 2–3 hours is strongly recommended to allow the tannins to soften and the complex bouquet to unfurl; as the wine matures, a shorter decant—primarily to remove sediment—will suffice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Léoville Las Cases is one of the oldest and most storied estates in the Médoc, originating from the vast Domaine de Léoville, which once belonged to some of France’s most influential noble families. Following the upheavals of the French Revolution, the estate was divided between 1826 and 1840, with Château Léoville Las Cases emerging from three-fifths of the original property and retaining the historical heart of the terroir dating back to the 17th century. After passing through the Las Cases family, the estate came under the stewardship of Théophile Skawinski around 1900 and has remained in the same family lineage ever since. Today, it is led by Jean-Hubert Delon, who also owns Château Potensac in the Médoc and Château Nénin in Pomerol. Thanks to its exceptional terroir and unwavering commitment to traditional, terroir-driven winemaking, Léoville Las Cases is widely regarded as one of Bordeaux’s greatest châteaux, producing wines that frequently rival the First Growths in quality, longevity and critical acclaim.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Léoville Las Cases","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251835556177,"sku":"GCW-MMUI-201901","price":290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2019_Chteau_Loville_Las_Cases.png?v=1783441737","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2019-chateau-leoville-las-cases","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}