CLOS DU MARQUIS 2nd wine of Ch. Leoville-Las-Cases, Saint-Julien 2009 Bottle/nc MV*

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THE WINE ADVOCATE 91
Drink Date: 2019 - 2026 - Medium to deep garnet colored, the 2009 Clos du Marquis gives up notes of warm cassis, mocha, plum preserves and tobacco with a touch of Mediterranean herbs. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is solidly structured with firm, chewy tannins backing up the muscular fruit core, culminating in a mineral-laced finish. - Reviewed by: Lisa Perrotti-Brown

JAMES SUCKLING 95 Points
7 Feb, 2019 – Rich yet firmly structured this is a very classic St.-Julien that's generous and polished with so much energy driving the long plush finish. Delicious now, but should hold for many years. (Horizontal Tasting, London, 2019)

VINOUS 92 points
Drinking window: 2022 - 2038 - The 2009 Clos du Marquis is tightly wound on the nose, gradually unfurling to reveal blackberry pastilles, boysenberry, pencil shaving and subtle mint aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, good weight in the mouth, and crisp acidity. Fresh and vibrant with a gentle grip on the finish that perhaps would benefit from more persistence. Otherwise this is very fine. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners’ 2009 Bordeaux tasting. - Neal Martin. Tasting date: February 2019