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Lascombes 2012

Margaux, Second Growth

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Tasting Notes

An intriguing blend of 48% Merlot, 48% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Petit Verdot, this inky purple-colored wine is ripe, progressively styled, big, rich, thick and juicy. In other words, the 2012 Lascombes is loaded. No doubt the high percentage of Merlot in the final blend gives this wine a fleshiness and succulence that is unusual in the Médoc. Rich, pure and full, it should hit its prime in another 4-5 years and last at least two or three decades.

Score: 92

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2019-2049 01 April 2015

An outstanding wine in this vintage, the full-bodied 2012 Lascombes reveals more power, concentration and texture than many of its peers. Its dense blue/purple color is followed by notes of acacia flowers, blueberries, black raspberries, black currants, vanillin and toast. Medium to full-bodied with excellent texture (for a 2012), as well as good follow through and length, this soft, plush, outstanding Margaux should drink well for 12-15 years.

Score: 90 - 92

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2013-2028 26 April 2013

Dark purplish crimson. Very fresh nose. Good integrity. Though quite sweet on the palate and very drying oak tannins on the finish. Quite demanding. But there is some succulence here.

Score: 16

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2024-2030 22 April 2013

A wine with a pretty fruit character. Full and velvety with a medium center palate. Refined and attractive.

Score: 89 - 90

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 21 April 2013

Shows a lightly briary frame to the red currant paste and steeped raspberry fruit. The finish is lined with a firm charcoal edge. Offers pretty fruit and a polished feel, but lacks stuffing in the end.

Score: 87 - 90

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 08 April 2013