Leoville Las Cases other_regions_italy Intensely perfumed aromas of ripe

Intensely perfumed aromas of ripe black/blue fruits

the last time it was produced was way back in 2008

A serious villages built to age that is recommended

(35% whole clusters)

Full-bodied and opulent on the palate

Leoville Las Cases other_regions_italy Intensely perfumed aromas of ripe1998 was a late flowering year but the grapes achieved perfect ripeness by harvest time. It's an excellent vintage that's generally known as a Right Bank year, but is more than holding its own over in St Julien. At this point we are starting to see what a mature Loville can do, the edges are softening to a russet colour and the cigar box edge is apparent, alongside notes of hedgerow, undergrowth, rosemary, black cherry, cassis, and a touch of menthol