Château Lascombes 2018

VertdeVin

The nose is elegant, aromatic and offers richness (full of control), freshness, a beautiful definition as well as a racy power and delicacy. It reveals notes of pulpy blackberry, creamy raspberry and small notes of fleshy blueberry associated with touches of small fresh/ripe red fruits, lily as well as subtle hints of bourbon vanilla pod, liquorice, coffee/roasted, discreet hints of caramelization, toasted hazelnut and an imperceptible hint of pepper. The palate is beautifully fresh, elegant, beautifully built, elegant, precise, racy, full of control and offers gourmandize, fullness, suavity, a beautiful freshness, an acidulous frame, a fine grain as well as concentration and a controlled power. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy/juicy strawberry, juicy/fresh blackberry and small notes of pulpy blueberry associated with touches of fresh/juicy small red fruits as well as hints of violet, liquorice, caramelization, camphor, a discreet hint of cardamom, chocolate, a subtle hint of pepper (in the background) and lily/varietal (brings a hint of freshness). Tannins are elegant, precise and well-built. Good length.

Wine Enthusiast

This large estate to the north of Margaux village is performing well. There is still a tendency to overuse wood aging, but powerful black fruits will provide balance as the wine ages. With its structure and dark tannins, this wine has a long-term perspective. Drink from 2027.

Adrian van Velsen - vvWine.ch

Gilbert & Gaillard

« Dark colour with red highlights that are still youthful. The nose is elegant with very endearing smoky and woodsy accents. The palate beguiles with its very fine mouthfeel and soft tannins. The wood is still very present but offers the promise of a composed future for this superlative wine. »

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2018 Lascombes is deep garnet-purple in color, slowly unfurling in the glass to reveal evocative cassis, black cherries and blackberry pie scents, followed by hints of pencil lead, menthol, lavender and cedar chest with a touch of damp soil. The medium to full-bodied palate gives a great core of muscular black fruits, framed by firm, grainy tannins and just enough freshness, finishing long and savory.

Jeb Dunnuck

The 2018 Château Lascombes performed brilliantly in my tastings. It's a rich, medium to full-bodied, impressively textured Margaux with loads to love. Lots of jammy currants, blueberries, vanilla bean, flowers, and camphor emerge from the glass, and it has ripe yet present tannins, no hard edges, and just a balanced, classy style. It needs 3-4 years to integrate its oak and will keep for 25 years or more. The blend is 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Petit Verdot that was brought up in 60% new French oak.

James Suckling

Complex nose, blending notes of elderberries, black cherries, spices, cedar,and violets. It’s full-bodied and structured with elegant tannins and a fleshy texture. Flavorful, savory finish. Try after 2024.