1988 Chateau Leoville Las Cases

1988 Chateau Leoville Las Cases Saturated cork. Opened two hours before serving and decanted for an hour. Light sediment. Surprisingly dark clear garnet in the glass. Intriguing woody nose. Initial intensity broadens out into a luscious, poised, rich palate. Sigh of satisfaction. There's no need to make up flavor similies; this tastes of genuine classical old-style claret. Which is really like nothing else. Gorgeous. Critical Acclaim 96 Jeb Dunnuck From a late, difficult vintage (harvest didn’t come in until October), the 1988 Léoville Las Cases is nevertheless a beautiful wine that’s drinking fabulous well today. Ripe currants, green tobacco, cedarwood, and loads of spice emerge from this medium-bodied, fresh, elegant yet charming Saint-Julien. It’s not getting any better, but still has plenty of life. Drink it any time over the coming 7-8 years. 96 James Suckling What a complex nose here with forest floor, bark, sliced wild mushrooms and tobacco. Full-bodied and round with a very jui