Chateau Larcis Ducasse 2015 - St. Emilion, Bordeaux
THE HOLY SPIRITS VIEW
A property that has, for some time now, been punching way above its weight in terms of pricing (especially being a "Grand Cru Classe B"), this is one of those rare wines where £ hasn't caught up yet with the quality its delivering. De-li-ci-ous!
THE OFFICIAL BLURB
Château Larcis Ducasse is a prestigious wine estate in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, with roots tracing back to the 18th century, when the Larcis family began cultivating vines on its prized limestone slopes. Over time, the estate earned a reputation for producing rich, elegant wines that reflected its exceptional terroir.
In the 19th century, the Ducasse family took ownership and expanded the vineyard’s prestige, eventually giving the château its modern name. Through generations, the estate carefully refined its winemaking methods while preserving traditional craftsmanship.
Today, Château Larcis Ducasse is recognized as a Premier Grand Cru Classé (B) estate — a mark of excellence in Saint-Émilion — known for powerful yet refined wines that combine heritage, innovation, and world-class terroir.
TASTING NOTES
"The 2015 Larcis Ducasse is just as compelling from bottle as it was from barrel. Rose petal, lavender, spice and mint give it an attractive upper register that melds seamlessly into a core of inky red and purplish fruit. Dense, powerful and overt, the 2015 also has quite a bit of freshness to liven up the flavors. Silky tannins and soft contours add to the wine's racy, sensual personality. The 2015 is going to be virtually impossible to resist in its youth."
- 97 points, Antonio Galloni for Vinous.com