Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1996 750ml (2021 release) (Pre-arrival) (750ml)

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Producer	Leoville Las Cases
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux
Varietal	Bordeaux Blend
Vintage	1996
Sku	FR-RD4879
Size	750ml

  

The 1996 Léoville Las Cases (2021 release) remains a commanding and deeply expressive wine. It opens with intense aromas of black currant, dark cherry, tobacco leaf, cedar, and graphite, underscored by hints of earth, wet stone, and cured leather. On the palate it is full-bodied and regal, offering refined tannins, vibrant acidity, and a core of juicy dark fruit framed by savory complexity. The oak is well integrated at this age, contributing spice and tertiary nuance without dominance. Its balance, length, and energy signal that it still has decades ahead, and it rewards careful decanting to unveil its layered depths.

Château Léoville Las Cases is one of Bordeaux’s most prestigious and forward-thinking estates, located in Saint-Julien and classified as a Second Growth in the 1855 ranking. Over time, Las Cases has built a reputation equal in stature to many First Growths, thanks to rigorous vineyard care, deep gravelly soils, and a consistent alignment of tradition and innovation. The Delon family, which has managed the estate since the late 19th century, has progressively refined its approach—reducing yields, increasing sorting precision, and adopting biodynamic practices in many parcels. Vinification merges classical technique with modern finesse: differentiated vats by parcel, gentle extraction, and aging in high-quality French oak to enhance structure without overwhelming terroir expression. Las Cases is known for producing wines of both depth and elegance, with longevity built into every vintage.