Chateau Leoville-Las Cases 'Grand Vin de Leoville', 2ème Grand Cru Classé 2005 (12x75cl) In Bond

This is a prodigious effort. A blend of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance Merlot and Cabernet Franc (only 37% of the crop qualified for Las Cases), this dense ruby/purple wine has a stunningly pure bouquet of dark fruit, wet rocks, graphite, and subtle background toast/vanillin. Full-bodied, masculine, and very deep and concentrated, this titanic effort is at least 8-10 years away from its plateau of maturity. The Delon family have produced another legend. Anticipated maturity: 2023-2050+.

97pts - Robert Parker 

Quantity available: 1 case (12x75cl) OWC - In Bond Seckfords