Chateau Leoville-Las Cases ‘Clos Du Marquis’, Saint-Julien 2015

66% Cabernet Sauvignon
31% Merlot
3% Cabernet Franc

The 2015 Clos Du Marquis is gorgeous, but one of the more backward, closed wines in the vintage. Made from 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc, aged in 50% new oak, it’s deep purple color is followed by promising notes of blackcurrants, smoked earth, tobacco and lead pencil. With full-bodied richness, a ripe, concentrated, structured feel, and impressive length, I wouldn’t touch bottles for at least 7-8 years, and it should last for two decades or more.

James Suckling 95
Wine Enthusiast 94