Winery:
Château Léoville Las Cases
Brand / Producer name:
Clos du Marquis
Grapes:
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Region:
France / Bordeaux / Saint-Julien
Volume:
750ml
Vintage:
2017
Description:
A refined and classically styled Saint-Julien, Clos du Marquis 2017 shows freshness and precision with a Cabernet Sauvignon-driven profile. The wine offers vibrant notes of cassis, blackberry, and blue fruit, layered with floral hints, spice, and minerality. Medium to full-bodied, it combines elegant structure with polished tannins and lively acidity, resulting in a balanced, energetic wine with depth and aging potential.
Food Pairing:
Grilled beef, lamb, game meats, roasted duck, hard cheeses
TASTING NOTES
- Nose – Aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, violets, and spices, with subtle herbal and mineral undertones.
- Taste – Medium to full-bodied with juicy dark fruit, cassis, and blue fruit flavors; fine minerality, fresh acidity, and well-integrated tannins.
- Finish – Long and focused with polished tannins, lingering dark fruit, floral lift, and a touch of spice.