Wine Advocate
par Robert Parker le 28/04/2010
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.) Drink 2013-2063