2010 Chateau Lascombes Margaux
Winemaker Notes: Combining power and elegance and an unctuous and tannin-rich texture, Chateau Lascombes is a complex wine. In its youth, it always has an amazingly deep color. On the palate, finesse and a rich texture combine with very stylish fine-grained tannins.
Blend: 55% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot
CRITICAL ACCLAIM
James Suckling - "What a wonderful nose of ripe strawberries and hints of vanilla. Full body with soft and velvety tannins and a long, long finish. This is luscious and sexy."
Wine Enthusiast - "Wood-driven tannins dominate at this stage, creating a wine that is structured and dense. The tannins are layered with the weight of the black currant and plum fruits. Lascombes is still finding its style, but is definitely on the upward slope."
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - "Deep garnet in color, the 2010 Lascombes gives up notes of dried herbs, tilled soil and black olives over a blackcurrant cordial and plums preserves core plus a touch of crushed rocks. Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers chewy tannins and bold freshness to support the savory flavors, finishing with an herbal lift."
Wine Spectator - "Dark and nicely toasty, with ample espresso and ganache up front, followed by steeped fig, blackberry and black currant fruit that rumbles through the finish. Features ample tarry grip, but eschews minerality and finesse for a direct and toast-driven approach. Best from 2014 through 2026."
Country | France |
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Region | Margaux |
Vintage | 2010 |
Winery | Chateau Lascombes |
Grape Varietals | Bordeaux Blend |
Size | 750 milliliter |