Chateau Lassegue 2011

A$135.00

Availability
In stock
Volume
750ml
Region/Country
Bordeaux, France
Rating
91 points

Description

The 2011 Lassègue mesmerizes with its brilliant, glowing ruby hue. In a vintage often characterized as austere, this wine defies expectations, delivering a full-bodied experience. Ripe blackberries take center stage, accompanied by a lifted and intricate aromatic bouquet featuring fresh violet, sage, and mint. The classic Bordeaux aromas of leather, baking spices, and graphite further enrich the sensory journey.

A polished gem, the Lassègue possesses a wild, herbal quality akin to the essence of garrigue. It evokes images of herbs flourishing on rocky slopes and a forest floor enveloped in the aftermath of rain. Cultivated in limestone soils, the Cabernet Franc imparts surprising soft notes of rose petals and wild strawberries. Meanwhile, the Merlot contributes to the wine's expansive texture, adorned with rich yet subtle mineral overtones that echo the refined expression of sandy clay soils.

The velvety softness of the wine unfolds gracefully, with silky tannins building in a crescendo towards an impressively long finish. This is not just a wine; it's an enduring masterpiece that promises to age magnificently for decades to come.

Blend: 62% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon

Rating

Score
91 points
Reviewer
Wine Enthusiast
Review

Spicy new wood dominates this wine, with the weight of fruit to justify it. It's solid, full-bodied and already balanced.

Specifications

Closure
Cork
Alcohol
13.5%
Decanter
Food pairing
Grilled Steak

Tasting Profile

Nose
Smoked meat and tanned leather on the nose, with a hint of ripe strawberry.
Palate
The palate has rather firm, but not unpleasant tannins. Dark fruit and earthy notes. Pretty good given the vintage, if just a touch disjointed.

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