Lassegue - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2022

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

95

byJane Ansonthe3/7/2025

Classification for Lassegue in this vintage, two decades after the Jackson-Banke family bought the estate and asked Pierre Seillan to head things up - he has now handed over to his son Nicolas Seillan. Their experience over in California means that hot and dry seasons are not a surprise to this winemaking team, and this takes the high spice and concentrated black fruits in its stride. It's big and muscular, but picks up the pace through the palate, ensuring enough slate and pumice texture to stop things getting heavy at any point. Powerful, concentrated, impressive. 65% new oak for ageing.

Wine Advocate

92

byYohan Castaingthe3/6/2025

The 2022 Lassegue unfurls from the glass with notes of ripe dark berries, chocolate, cassis and licorice intertwined with prominent oaky notes. Medium to full-bodied, concentrated and deep, it's framed by structured yet velvety tannins with a fleshy core of fruit and a long, mineral-driven finish. It needs time to digest its élevage.

Jeb DUNNUCK

94

byJeb Dunnuckthe2/28/2025

The 2022 Château Lassègue is terrific and just another incredibly impressive Saint-Emilion in this sensational vintage. Based on 60% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, its deep ruby/plum hue is followed by a ripe yet vibrant perfume of darker berries, truffly earth, tobacco, and floral nuances. With plenty of classic Right Bank minerality as well as a full-bodied, layered, opulent mouthfeel, it has sweet yet present tannins, impeccable balance, and outstanding length. It offers ample pleasure today yet will cruise for two decades in cold cellars.

Decanter.com

95

byGeorgina Hindlethe5/25/2023

Gorgeous vivid purple colour in the glass, so vibrant. Smells heady and perfumed with cool and ripe black and blue fruits. Aromatically expressive and alive. Smooth and so supple, clear and pure, the texture is like silk, smooth with amazingly finessed tannins and a real density of flavour. Concentrated, almost thick in terms of texture, this is a rich, full bodied wine with complexity. Well built, fairly broad and muscular, you don't get so much mouthwatering acidity due to the concentration but this is sleek and suave. A great balance between power and seduction with enjoyable mineral, liquorice and dark chocolate aspects. Potent, poised and compelling. Winemaker Nicolas Seilhan Nicolas Seillan winemaker. A yield of 38hl/ha. Harvest 15 September - 1 October. 3.67pH. 100% oak barrels.

Alexandre Ma

92-93

byAlexandre Mathe5/17/2023

Château Lassègue has been steadily refining its winemaking process over the years, consistently producing exceptional wines regardless of vintage. The 2022 vintage left a lasting impression on me with its lusciously smooth mouthfeel and velvety tannins, while the higher percentage of Cabernet Franc added a refreshing freshness to the overall profile. The result is a vibrant and lively Saint-Émilion wine that truly stands out. This is undoubtedly one of my favorite Château Lassègue vintages in recent years.

The Vintage Journal

90-91

byAndrew Caillard MWthe5/17/2023

Deep crimson. Touch flat. Carob. Black cherry, blackcurrant cacao aromas with nougat notes. Fleshy and sweet with chocolaty textures and fresh integrated acidity. (Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon 50-60% new oak).

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

95

byJane Ansonthe5/16/2023

Beautifully fresh aromatics, this is a big wine, full of depth and velvety plush texture, rich mouthfeel through the mid palate, with a mix of red and black fruits along with mandarin peel and pomegranate that add freshness. Careful precision, juicy expression of the fruit, this draws out through the palate with sappy tannins and a touch of astringency on the finish. The viticulture, as you would expect here, was precise and informed by their long experience in California, no trimming, with high canopy for the shading, with as little interference as possible (they say 'don't demand too much of the vine in these kind of vintages'). 38hl/h yields, helped by vines with an average age of 60 years, 65% new oak, 15 different forests, 24ha estate. No added acidity. 20th anniversary vintage of the Seillan and Jackson family at Lassegue, first year as Grand Cru Classé. 3.67ph, harvest 15 to October1. Nicolas Seillan now director.

matthewjukes.com

16,5

byMatthew Jukesthe5/15/2023

The Wine Independent

93-95

byLisa Perrotti-Brownthe5/15/2023

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2022 Lassegue opens with subtle notes of juicy red and black plums and mulberries before revealing a perfume of red roses, star anise, and dusty soil with a waft of powdered cinnamon. The medium to full-bodied palate has beautiful freshness and grace, with plush tannins and a spicy lift on the finish.

Yvesbeck.wine

92-94

byYves Beckthe5/10/2023

De caractère subtil, le bouquet de Lassègue révèle de la fraîcheur. Il se distingue au travers de nuances sureau et de pivoines suivies d'une touche crayeuse. En bouche le vin se veut harmonieux et fin. Il se révèle en crescendo. Ses tannins, compacts et aux grains fins, offrent une bonne assise tandis que l'expression fruitée est constante, de l'attaque jusqu'à la finale où elle est plébiscitée par la structure acide et de fins amers. Un vin à la puissance insoupçonnée qui mérite un peu d'épanouissement.

Bettane & Desseauve

92

by Bettane & Desseauvethe5/10/2023

De la longueur, de la fraîcheur avec une juste maturité et des accents de graphite. Un vin qui gagne en finesse.

The Wine Cellar Insider

91-93

byJeff Levethe5/5/2023

Flowers, cherries, herbs, licorice, mint, cocoa, and tobacco form the core of this medium-bodied, soft, forward, supple, elegant and vibrant wine, ending with sweet, red berries, spice, and spearmint. The wine will drink well, just about on release. Drink from 2026-2040.