Chateau Leoville Las Cases • St-Julien, France
Château Léoville Las Cases is the grand vin of this famed Saint-Julien second growth, drawn primarily from the walled “G…Château Léoville Las Cases is the grand vin of this famed Saint-Julien second growth, drawn primarily from the walled “Grand Clos” vineyard that borders Pauillac and Château Latour, on deep Quaternary gravel over clay influenced by the mode…Learn More »
$221
/750ml
2012 Retail Average
94
/100
2012 Pro Rating
Structure comes first in 2012 Château Léoville Las Cases: a tightly woven cloak of Cabernet tannin wrapped around vivid cassis, dark plum and blackberry fruit, edged by cedar, graphite and a gentle smoky spice. Despite the intensity, the mid-palate feels refined and composed, with fresh acidity and a long, saline-tinged finish that speaks to a more classical, serious style in this vintage. This is an elegant, disciplined Las Cases that rewards patience more than sheer hedonism.
Roast rib of beef with bone marrow; Dry-aged lamb saddle with rosemary and garlic; Wild mushroom and truffle risotto
Château Léoville Las Cases is the grand vin of this famed Saint-Julien second growth, drawn primarily from the walled “Grand Clos” vineyard that borders Pauillac and Château Latour, on deep Quaternary gravel over clay influenced by the moderating Gironde estuary. Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Cabernet Franc, it is known for its monumental structure, profound depth, and remarkable aging capacity, often showing a Pauillac‑like power combined with Saint‑Julien elegance.