Château Léoville Las Cases 2010

The power and density of a great Red wine from Saint-Julien

The estate

With vintages that achieve the feat, vintage after vintage, of reaching peaks of excellence and elegance, the Château Léoville Las Cases is today among the most emblematic estates of the prestigious Saint-Julien appellation situated on the left bank of the Bordeaux region.

The vineyard

The 55 hectares of vineyard at Château Léoville Las Cases are planted within the famed Clos de Léoville, whose complexity forms a true mosaic of terroirs. Situated near the Gironde, the vineyard benefits from the river’s role as a thermal regulator, ensuring gentle temperatures and providing a barrier against frost. Combined with the presence of gravel soils from the Günz resting on gravelly-sandy subsoils with clays of varying depth, the terroir of Château Léoville Las Cases brings together all the conditions to produce Saint-Julien wines with legendary character.

The vintage

The climate of 2010 gathered all the optimal conditions for the birth of a truly great vintage. The temperatures in July, August and September achieved an excellent level of ripeness. The harvest thus took place from 28 September to 13 October 2010.

Blend

Cabernet sauvignon (82%)
Merlot (10%)
Cabernet franc (8%).

Tasting characteristics and advice for Château Léoville Las Cases 2010

Tasting

Nose
With great aromatic purity, the nose reveals delightful notes of blackcurrant cream, strawberry and blackberry, while delicate floral notes gradually emerge.

Palate
With elegance, the palate unfolds its structure and power while displaying great tannic finesse. The lively acidity precisely balances the creamy texture and the density of the matter. As the tasting progresses, the palate develops with precision and persistence.

Cellaring

Ready to be enjoyed now, the Grand Vin de Léoville du Marquis de Las Cases 2010 can remain in the cellar until 2040 to reveal its full aromatic palette.