Clos Du Marquis 2nd Vin De Leoville Las Cases Saint-Julien, 2008

Clos du Marquis is one of Saint-Julien’s most respected second wines, offering a refined glimpse into the style and pedigree of Léoville Las Cases. The 2008 vintage combines classic Bordeaux structure with generous fruit and excellent balance, making it an appealing choice for collectors and lovers of Left Bank wines.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the wine typically shows a deep ruby hue with youthful intensity at the core and developing garnet edges. Aromas lean toward blackcurrant, plum, cedar, graphite, tobacco, and a subtle touch of earth and spice, reflecting both the vintage and its Saint-Julien origins. On the palate, Clos du Marquis 2008 is medium to full-bodied, with firm but polished tannins, fresh acidity, and a core of dark berry fruit framed by savory oak notes and mineral complexity. It has the structure to age gracefully, and while already enjoyable, it should continue to improve over several years, gaining more nuance and softness with time.

Production
Clos du Marquis comes from carefully selected parcels associated with the Léoville Las Cases team, drawing on gravelly Bordeaux terroir that favors Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and other classic Left Bank varieties. The vineyard sites benefit from excellent drainage and a tempering influence from the Gironde, helping grapes ripen slowly and evenly in a style suited to structured, age-worthy wine. Vinification is typically traditional and precise, with parcel selection, temperature-controlled fermentation, and maturation in French oak to preserve freshness, texture, and regional character.

Food & Serving
This is a natural match for roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, game birds, or dishes featuring mushrooms and truffle. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for 1–2 hours if opening now to allow the wine’s aromas and structure to open fully.

Producer
Clos du Marquis is closely linked to Château Léoville Las Cases, one of the most esteemed estates in Saint-Julien and a benchmark name in Bordeaux. As the estate’s second wine, Clos du Marquis benefits from the same meticulous vineyard philosophy and winemaking standards, which has helped it earn a strong reputation for quality and consistency. It is widely regarded as one of the finest second labels in the Médoc, appreciated for delivering much of the elegance and seriousness of its grand vin at a more approachable level.

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