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powerful and persistent finish that is supported by fine tannins

resulting in an exquisite and structured wine with a focus on terroir

Leoville Las Cases other_regions_italy load up on one of1998 was a late flowering year but the grapes achieved perfect ripeness by harvest time. It's an excellent vintage that's generally known as a Right Bank year, but is more than holding its own over in St Julien. At this point we are starting to see what a mature Loville can do, the edges are softening to a russet colour and the cigar box edge is apparent, alongside notes of hedgerow, undergrowth, rosemary, black cherry, cassis, and a touch of menthol