Chateau Leoville Las Cases 2009

In 2009, Saint-Julien had everything it could ask for. A warm, dry summer followed, with ample rainfall at crucial times, and harvest took place in late September and October. For Chateau Leoville Las Cases, this meant harvesting perfectly ripe Merlot while waiting for the dominant Cabernet Sauvignon to reach phenolic ripeness. Jean-Hubert Doron's team selectively harvested over a three-week period, allowing each parcel to reach its peak. The result is a wine that reflects both the power for which the estate is renowned and the elegance that characterizes the great Saint-Julien