Château Léoville Las Cases – Collection Miroir Millésimes Historiques (1982, 1990, 1996, 2000, 2005, 2009)【Presale】
Château Léoville Las Cases – Collection Miroir Millésimes Historiques (1982, 1990, 1996, 2000, 2005, 2009)【Presale】
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A Masterpiece of Bordeaux Legacy
The Château Léoville Las Cases "Collection Miroir - Millésimes Historiques" is an ultra-exclusive six-bottle wooden case featuring the estate’s most legendary vintages: 1982, 1990, 1996, 2000, 2005, and 2009. Curated from the cellars of this Saint-Julien icon, each bottle represents a pinnacle of winemaking artistry under the stewardship of the Delon family. Known for its proximity to Château Latour and its gravel-rich Grand Clos vineyard, Léoville Las Cases crafts wines of extraordinary depth, structure, and elegance. This collection, limited to a small global release, is a must-have for collectors and investors, offering a rare journey through Bordeaux’s most celebrated years.
Vintage Profiles
1982 – Le Légendaire
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Vintage Quality: A monumental year with ideal conditions—warm nights and a flawless harvest—yielding one of Bordeaux’s most legendary vintages.
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Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot.
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Tasting Profile:
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Bouquet: Cassis, kirsch, cedar, and spice, with evolved leather notes.
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Palate: Full-bodied, with robust yet softening tannins and vibrant fruit.
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Finish: Persistent, with mineral and graphite complexity.
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Critical Acclaim: 95+ points (Robert Parker), “A brilliant St.-Julien still standing tall.”
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Aging Potential: Peaking now, with life through 2035+.
1990 – La Vive Chaleur
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Vintage Quality: A warm, opulent year producing rich, approachable wines with classic structure.
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Blend: 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 21% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot.
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Tasting Profile:
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Bouquet: Sweet black cherries, currants, lead pencil, and wet stones.
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Palate: Full-bodied, concentrated, with ripe tannins and fresh delineation.
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Finish: Long, with spice and earthy undertones.
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Critical Acclaim: 96 points (Robert Parker), “Impeccable and youthful.”
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Aging Potential: Drinking well now, with potential to 2040.
1996 – L’Esthète Athlétique
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Vintage Quality: A stellar year with cool, dry conditions, producing powerful, precise wines.
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Blend: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Franc.
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Tasting Profile:
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Bouquet: Black cherries, cedar, mint, and oyster shell nuances.
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Palate: Seamless and pure, with intense weight and silky tannins.
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Finish: Elegant, with tension and spice.
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Critical Acclaim: 98 points (Wine Advocate), “Extraordinarily pure and athletic.”
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Aging Potential: Optimal 2025-2045.
2000 – La Beauté Millénaire
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Vintage Quality: A near-perfect millennium vintage, balancing power and refinement.
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Blend: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc.
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Tasting Profile:
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Bouquet: Berries, currants, minerals, and mint.
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Palate: Full-bodied, packed with fruit and refined tannins.
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Finish: Silky, with benchmark elegance.
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Critical Acclaim: 100 points (Wine Spectator), “Absolutely fantastic.”
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Aging Potential: Drinking now, with decades ahead (2040+).
2005 – La Pureté Aveuglante
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Vintage Quality: A universally acclaimed year of concentration and purity.
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Blend: 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc.
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Tasting Profile:
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Bouquet: Dark berries, cassis, incense, and cigar wrapper.
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Palate: Deep and layered, with vibrant fruit and powdery tannins.
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Finish: Energetic, with soil and chocolate notes.
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Critical Acclaim: 98 points (Wine Advocate), “A classic among the vintage’s best.”
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Aging Potential: Youthful, peaking 2030-2050.
2009 – La Puissante Ballerine
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Vintage Quality: A warm, ripe year delivering opulent yet structured wines.
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Blend: 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc.
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Tasting Profile:
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Bouquet: Baked blackberries, plums, violets, and sandalwood.
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Palate: Rich and decadent, with fine-grained tannins and freshness.
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Finish: Exotic and exceptionally long.
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Critical Acclaim: 99 points (Wine Advocate), “Drop-dead gorgeous.”
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Aging Potential: Early maturity, best 2025-2045.
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- Brand Name: Château Léoville Las Cases
- Vintage: 1982, 1990, 1996, 2000, 2005, 2009
- Region: Saint-Julien, Bordeaux, France (Left Bank)
- Type: Red Wine (Saint-Julien, 2nd Growth)
- Capacity:
- Alcohol Volume:12.5%-13.5% (varies by vintage)
