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Leoville Las Cases 1978

750 ml Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot Bordeaux, France 1978

Leoville Las Cases 1978 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Saint-Julien, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork. Cheapest offer £175.00 at Hedonism Wines.

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£175.00
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Taste profile
inferred · confidence 0.4
sweetness
1 / 5
dry
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
body
5 / 5
very full
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
tannin
4 / 5
firm
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
acidity
4 / 5
fresh
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
oak
4 / 5
noticeable
Cabernet Sauvignon + Merlot prior
Estimates by WineGenie, not the merchant's or a critic's words. Built from the grape's typical profile, the appellation, terms in the name and the merchant's description. How this works.
Facts
Style
Full, structured reds
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Colour
Red
inferred from Saint-Julien
Origin
Saint-Julien · Bordeaux · France
inferred from Saint-Julien
Grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
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ABV
not stated by merchant
Farming
not stated
Vegan
not stated
Critic score
none
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Drinking window
not stated
Decant
not stated
Food
inferred from grape and style
Occasions
dinner party · steak night · gift · special occasion
inferred
About Cabernet Sauvignon
Typical aromas: blackcurrant, black cherry, cedar, mint, green bell pepper when unripe. Serve at 16–18 °C. Grape page.
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Merchant's description

Château Léoville Las Cases 1978 presents a mature expression of Bordeaux with a notable structure. The nose reveals earthy notes intertwined with hints of currant and cedar, accompanied by undertones of leather and graphite. Tannins exhibit a firm grip, gradually softening over time in the glass, revealing layers of plum and dark cherry. The finish features subtle traces of spice and minerality, providing balance. Léoville Las Cases has consistently been regarded as a leading estate in Saint-Julien since its formation in the 18th century, focusing on traditional viticulture.

Other vintages of Leoville Las Cases we list
1980£512.001981£224.001982£620.0019831986£625.001987£138.001988£275.001989£310.001992£199.001996£360.001999£162.002000£380.00
The same wine in a different year. Vintages differ; our taste profile is derived per vintage only where the merchant's text differs.
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