1625 Antoine de Lascombes (Lascombes) Jean-Franois de Lascombes

2022 LWE (Lawrence Wine Estates)

AOC Margaux

:

55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot

30-35 (225) (30,000)

14.5%

750

(Robert Parker’s rating: 93+ points)
2018 Lascombes

A Margaux 2nd Grand Cru Class

A central figure in the history of Chteau Lascombes was Knight Antoine de Lascombes. As well as being the chteaus first recorded owner, it was he who gave Lascombes its name. Born in 1625, he was to forge the destiny of the estate. One of his descendants, Jean-Franois de Lascombes, a councillor at the Bordeaux parliament, Crown Prosecutor at the Admiralty and member of the Academy, dedicated his fortune to the upkeep of the chteau and most particularly to enhancing the quality of its wines.
The Chteau has changed hands several times, contributing to the modernization of Lascombes. In 2022, it was acquired by LWE (Lawrence Wine Estates) group, which owns several top wineries in Napa Valley. They declared that “Chteau Lascombes is a special place, and we will spare no expense to ensure that we bring it to its full potential.”

Appellation:
AOC Margaux, Bordeaux

Country of Origin:
Bordeaux, France

Type:
Red/Rouge (Still)

Grape Varieties:
55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot

Vinification:
Cold maceration. Maceration period from 30 to 35 days. Aging in barriques and foudres.

Alcohol Content:
14.5%

Volume:
750mL

Tasting Notes:
(Robert Parker’s rating: 93+ points)
The 2018 Lascombes is deep garnet-purple in color, slowly unfurling in the glass to reveal evocative cassis, black cherries and blackberry pie scents, followed by hints of pencil lead, menthol, lavender and cedar chest with a touch of damp soil. The medium to full-bodied palate gives a great core of muscular black fruits, framed by firm, grainy tannins and just enough freshness, finishing long and savory.