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LOT 417

Lot 417

CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2005 (3) 100 WA
CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2008 (3) 93 WA
CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2009 (3) 96 WA
CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2012 (3) 95 WA

CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2005 (3) 100 WA
CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2008 (3) 93 WA
CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2009 (3) 96 WA
CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2012 (3) 95 WA
Lot 417 Details
CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2005 (3)

Saint-Émilion. Premier Grand Cru Classé B

With an unbelievable nose of licorice, tapenade, black cherry and blackcurrant liqueur, as well as full body, super-sweet tannin, and astonishing richness and length, this prodigious effort in 2005 announced the resurrection of this great terroir on the slopes near Château Pavie. Dark garnet/plum/purple, this is compelling stuff and drinkable already, but capable of lasting another 25-30 years. This beauty is not to be missed! Only 3,000 cases were produced. Drink: 2015-2045 June 2015 WA 100

CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2008 (3)

Saint-Émilion. Premier Grand Cru Classé B

WA 93

CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2009 (3)

Saint-Émilion. Premier Grand Cru Classé B

A complex set of aromas ranging from coffee to forest floor, herbs, licorice, blackberries, cassis and cherries all seem to jump from the glass, and then are joined by a hint of charcoal as well camphor. This is an impressive, full-bodied, dense, concentrated wine that is more up-front and approachable than the 2005 was at a similar stage, but it is remarkably expressive, full-bodied, dense and capable of lasting 20-25 years. Drink: 2012-2037 December 2011 WA 96

CHÂTEAU LARCIS-DUCASSE 2012 (3)

Saint-Émilion. Premier Grand Cru Classé B

The wine hits the palate with a full-bodied, thunderous effect. This blend tips the scales at 14.5% alcohol, which is indicative of its fabulously exposed vineyard on a full, steep limestone slope with a primarily southern exposure. This is full-bodied, ripe and one of the great stars of the vintage – again. The wine has full-bodied texture, gorgeous purity, richness and length. Drink it over the next 20 years. Drink: 2015-2035 April 2015 WA 95

12 bts.    per lot $1,300 - $1,700

Realised: $1,728
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 417
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.