Lot 379
CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE LAS CASES 2005 (3)
CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE LAS CASES 2004 (3)
Lot 379 Details
CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE LAS CASES 2005 (3)
CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE LAS CASES 2004 (3)
St.-Julien
This is breathtaking. Black in color, with incredible aromas of crushed blackberry, mineral, licorice and lead pencil. Full-bodied, with a mind-blowing texture of seamless tannins that coat every millimeter of the palate. Goes on and on, with licorice, currant and flowers. Time will tell if it's better than the 2000. Best after 2017. 20,000 cases made. 97 WA 100 WS
Performing better from bottle than it did from cask, this blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, and 11% Cabernet Franc has put on weight over the last year. It exhibits the classic style of both Las Cases and St.-Julien in its deep black currant notes interwoven with sweet cherries, wet stones, and toasty vanillin. Made in a structured, medium to full-bodied style with superb concentration, beautiful purity, and admirable symmetry, this beauty is one of the strongest efforts of the vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2028. Also tasted: 2004 Clos du Marquis (88). 93 WA 95 WS
Estimate $1,100-$1,300