2019 Chateau Larcis Ducasse Premier Grand Cru Classe B, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 1x750ml

Vinous 95

The 2019 Larcis-Ducasse is classically-styled on the nose with tobacco and cedar infusing the black fruit, a little austere at first, yet there is a sense of stature. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, slightly candied in style but there is commendable structure behind this Saint-Emilion with a dash of black pepper on the finish. Exquisite. Tasted blind at the Southwold annual tasting. [Neal Martin, 28/02/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2045

Robert Parker 95

The 2019 Larcis Ducasse has turned out beautifully, wafting from the glass with aromas of cherries, wild berries, burning embers, spices and licorice. Full-bodied, sumptuous and enveloping, with a fleshy core of fruit, ripe tannins and succulent acids, it’s a giving, generous wine that’s softer and rounder than Pavie Macquin, its stablemate. This beautiful vineyard, managed by Nicolas Thienpont, is located on the limestone slopes of Saint-A milion, sandwiched between Pavie and Bellefont-Belcier. [William Kelley, 02/02/2022]

Anticipated maturity: 2023-2049