Description
- Discover Château Léoville Las Cases 2017, a prestigious Saint-Julien 2? Grand Cru Classé from the famous 1855 Classification. Considered one of Bordeaux's greatest wines, it is often dubbed “the first among the Second Grand Cru Classés” thanks to its exceptional consistency and a quality level that rivals that of the First Growths.
- The 2017 vintage perfectly illustrates the expertise of this iconic Left Bank estate. Despite a challenging growing season, Château Léoville Las Cases has produced a wine of remarkable precision, blending power, finesse, and elegance.
- Its bouquet reveals intense aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, dark berries, graphite, cedar, and spices. On the palate, the structure is full-bodied, with silky, perfectly integrated tannins, offering exceptional depth and a long, complex, and refined finish.
- An exceptional Grand Cru Classé intended for connoisseurs of the finest Bordeaux wines, collectors, and special occasions.
- Characteristics
- Name: Château Léoville Las Cases
- Vintage: 2017
- Appellation: Saint-Julien AOC
- Classification: 2nd Grand Cru Classé (1855 Classification)
- Country: France
- Region: Bordeaux
- Color: Red
- Producer: Château Léoville Las Cases
- Packaging: Wooden case of 6 bottles
- Volume: 6 × 75 cl
- Aging potential: 20 to 40 years
- Serving temperature: 16 to 18 °C
- Recommended decanting: 2 hours before tasting
- Composition
- Blend:
- 79% Cabernet Sauvignon
- 11% Cabernet Franc
- 10% Merlot
- Tasting Notes
- Color
- Deep red with garnet highlights.
- Nose
- Intense aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, dark berries, graphite, cedar, spices, and delicate mineral notes.
- Palate
- Powerful, refined, and perfectly balanced. The tannins are exceptionally refined, the texture is silky, and the long, lingering finish reveals all the nobility of the Saint-Julien terroir.
- Food and Wine Pairings
- Pairs well with:
- Aged rib of beef
- Beef tenderloin
- Lamb rack
- Game
- Duck breast
- Aged cheeses
- Good to Know
- Classified as a 2? Grand Cru in the prestigious 1855 Classification.
- Often considered “the first” of the Saint-Julien terroirs.
- Game
- Duck breast
- Aged cheeses
- Good to know
- 2nd Grand Cru Classé in the prestigious 1855 Classification.
- Often considered “the first among the Second Grand Cru Classés.”
- One of the most prestigious estates in the Saint-Julien AOC appellation.
- The 2017 vintage is renowned for its precision, elegance, and remarkable aging potential.
- Excellent aging potential, capable of exceeding 30 years.
- Ideal for lovers of Grands Crus Classés, collectors, and gourmet meals.
- Technical Information
- Wine Type: Red Wine
- Appellation: Saint-Julien AOC
- Region: Bordeaux
- Country: France
- Vintage: 2017
- Packaging: Wooden case of 6 bottles
- Volume: 6 × 75 cl
- Alcohol content: 13% vol.
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites.
Miscellaneous
- DeinDeal AG price per bottle: CHF 167,8
- Price per bottle (RRP): CHF 227
- Abuse of alcohol is dangerous for your health, please consume in moderation.
Please note: Due to a temporary backlog, delivery times for some items of this collection may be longer than usual.
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