2021 Château Lascombes – Margaux 2. Cru Classé
2021 Château Lascombes is an elegant and classic Margaux 2. Cru Classé from one of the appellation's most prestigious estates. The wine combines intense fruit, silky tannins, and refined oak aging with notes of blackcurrant, black cherry, violets, cedarwood, and dark chocolate. An exclusive Bordeaux with great finesse, balance, and excellent aging potential.
About the product
Château Lascombes is one of the most recognized estates in Margaux and has been classified as a Deuxième Cru Classé since the famous 1855 classification. The estate possesses some of the appellation's largest vineyards and is known for combining traditional Bordeaux craftsmanship with modern precision.
The 2021 vintage is composed of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot. The grapes are harvested by hand and vinified gently to preserve the purity of the fruit and the character of the terroir. Subsequently, the wine is aged in French oak barrels, which adds structure, complexity, and elegant spice notes. The result is a harmonious Margaux with great depth, freshness, and significant elegance.
About the region
Margaux is the southernmost of the famous communes of the Médoc and is known for producing some of the world's most elegant Bordeaux wines. The well-drained gravel soils provide optimal growing conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon, while Merlot adds roundness and finesse. The wines from Margaux are famous for their aromatic complexity, silky tannins, and impressive aging capacity.
Taste
Nose: Elegant aromas of blackcurrant, black cherry, blackberry, violets, cedarwood, graphite, licorice, and subtle notes of vanilla and toasted spices.
Taste: Full-bodied and well-balanced with concentrated dark fruit, ripe tannins, and a fine combination of cassis, dark chocolate, espresso, graphite, and elegant oak notes. Fresh acidity gives the wine energy and great balance.
Finish: Long, refined, and harmonious with lingering notes of dark berries, cedarwood, spices, and finely integrated oak.
Serving
Best served at 16–18 °C. Decant the wine for 1–2 hours before serving to open up the complex aromas. Serve in a large Bordeaux glass. The wine can be enjoyed now after aeration, but will develop even greater complexity over the next 15–20 years.
What does it pair with?
2021 Château Lascombes pairs particularly well with:
- Grilled beef tenderloin and entrecôte
- Rack of lamb with rosemary
- Duck breast
- Game such as red deer and roe deer
- Braised beef cheeks
- Dishes with truffle
- Mushroom dishes
- Aged hard cheeses
FAQ
What characterizes Château Lascombes?
Château Lascombes is a 2. Cru Classé estate in Margaux and is known for elegant Bordeaux wines with great depth, silky tannins, and excellent aging potential.
How does the 2021 Château Lascombes taste?
The wine offers notes of blackcurrant, black cherry, violets, graphite, cedarwood, dark chocolate, and fine spices with a long and elegant finish.
What does Margaux wine pair well with?
Margaux pairs perfectly with beef, lamb, game, mushroom dishes, truffle, and aged cheeses.
Can the 2021 Château Lascombes be cellared?
Yes. Under optimal storage conditions, the wine has an aging potential of 15–20 years or longer, during which it will develop even greater complexity.