2016 Chevalier de Lascombes Château Lascombes Margaux 0.75l

2016 Chevalier de Lascombes Château Lascombes – Margaux 

single-vineyard wine

origin

The Chevalier de Lascombes 2016 is the second wine of Château Lascombes, a Deuxième Cru Classé from Margaux. The vineyards are characterized by gravelly soils with a clay subsoil, which are for Finesse, structure and depth worry. The wine embodies the elegant, fragrant style of the Margaux appellation.

Expansion

After selective hand-harvesting, the grapes were Vinified parcel by parcelThe expansion took place 16–18 months in French barriques, of which approximately 30% new woodThe cuvée consists of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot and connects Fruit, structure and elegance.

Aroma and taste

The nose shows signs of this Cassis, black cherry and blackberry, accompanied by Violets, cedarwood and delicate vanillaThe wine has an effect on the palate. silky, balanced and precise, with fine-grained tannins and lively freshnessNotes by Chocolate, tobacco and spices lead into a long, mineral finish.

Dietary recommendations

Ideal Rack of lamb, beef fillet or game dishes. Also mature hard cheese It fits perfectly.

Special features of the vintage in the growing region

The year 2016 is considered in the Médoc outstanding. One long ripening period and perfect conditions ensured Balance, precision and great maturation potential.

Conclusion

A classic Margaux with great elegance, the Finesse, fruit and structure harmoniously combined. The Chevalier de Lascombes 2016 is early access and at the same time storable - a stylish representative of his appellation.