Lascombes - 2004 (1.5L) Cotes de Castillon instead of the traditional rye

instead of the traditional rye

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93 Points- The Wine Spectator

(2021 vintage) "Floral aromas take the lead in this full-bodied

this well-balanced wine matches powerful red and black fruits to firm tannins while backed by good acidity and a full body

Lascombes - 2004 (1.5L) Cotes de Castillon instead of the traditional ryeAnother brilliant effort from this estate, the 2004 Lascombes (a blend of 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Petit Verdot) exhibits a deep blue purple hue along with a sweet perfume of blueberries, black raspberries, cherries, incense, smoke, and spring flowers. While opulent, underneath the full bodied richness of fruit and depth is a structured wine. As it sits in the glass, an espresso roast character (no doubt from new oak) also emerges.