Wine / Red

St Julien - Chateau Leoville Las Cases 2020

"Made from 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc, and 8% Merlot, the 2020 Leoville Las Cases is deep garnet‑purple in color. After a swirl or two, it erupts from the glass with explosive scents of blackcurrant cordial, stewed blackberries, juicy blackberries, and violets, leading to suggestions of licorice, cinnamon toast, and fertile loam with a touch of truffles. The medium‑bodied palate is tightly wound with loads of nuanced black fruit, earthy, and floral layers, supported by very fine‑grained tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long and multi‑layered." 99 pts, The Wine Independent