Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Chevalier de Lascombes |
Label Name: | Margaux 2nd Wine |
Vintage: | 2018 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Margaux, Bordeaux. |
Volume: | 3000ml |
ABV: | 14.5% |
Grape(s): | Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon. |
Acidity: | 3 |
Tannins: | 3 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 3 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 92-93; Falstaff 92; Decanter ~90; broadly well‑rated for the 2018 vintage
Tasting Note
Black cherry, blackberry and cassis with violet and cedar notes; medium‑full body, ripe round tannins, subtle vanilla and spice from oak, savory mineral finish.
Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, grilled beef, duck confit, pan‑seared foie gras, aged cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, beef bulgogi, mushroom hotpot, richer Korean BBQ.
Production Method
Hand‑harvested; cold pre‑fermentation maceration; temperature‑controlled stainless steel and wood vats; matured ~18 months in French oak barrels (some new oak).
Vineyard Info
Second wine of Château Lascombes (Margaux Deuxième Cru Classé); estate is a large Margaux property with modern winemaking and longstanding reputation.