We have an extensive list of highly collectible wines from all the major wine regions. Our Spanish selection consists of Riojas going back to the 1920s, to a lengthy vertical of Vega Sicilia Unico. We also carry an impressive selection of Bordeaux from first to fifth growth in top vintages. A keen eye can find a gem and a bargain from our Burgundies, red or white.
Collectibles
Chateau Leoville Las Cases Saint Julien 2009
Chateau Leoville Las Cases Saint Julien 2009
96-100 WA
Available: 175
The 2009 is one of the greatest Leoville Las Cases I have ever tasted, which is saying something given the many compelling wines that have been made at this estate. A final blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and 9% Cabernet Franc has resulted in a wine that appears to be a hypothetical blend of the 1982, 1986, and 1996. Its 13.8% alcohol is perhaps the only thing that sets it apart from those vintages, which had nearly a full percentage point less. The high alcohol is barely noticeable in this 2009, which boasts an inky/purple color, monumental concentration, and great clarity and purity of creme de cassis, black cherry, spice box, graphite, and wet rock characteristics. Extremely full-bodied with a boatload of sweet tannin nearly concealed by the wine-s power, glycerin, and awesome fruit concentration, this intense effort never tastes heavy or tiring. This remarkable St.-Julien should be accessible in 3-4 years, and will evolve for 40-50. (Tasted once.) - WA96-100
W-00005457
France
Bordeaux
Red
2009
Red Blend
.750L
yes
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