Château Larcis Ducasse 1er Grand Cru Classé B 2025

Wine Advocate - Robert Parker : Matured 40% in barrels (50% new), 45% in large-format barrels (also 50% new) and the balance in foudres, the 2025 Larcis Ducasse reveals an elegant, vibrant and gourmand bouquet of violet, dark berries, dark cherries and flowers, accented by delicate spicy notes. Medium- to full-bodied, layered and seamless, it’s built around a ripe—yet not overripe—core of fruit framed by velvety tannins, concluding with a floral, harmonious and ethereal finish. This is a pure expression of Larcis Ducasse and one of the most accomplished renditions produced here to date.

A lovely delicious, seductive nose, revealing well-ripened fruit (black and red fruits) and floral notes (violet). The palate delivers a tenderness, all soft and delicate, supported by highly elegant, powdery tannins. The finish is full of freshness, intense, and peppery, and marked by elegant eucalyptus notes. The ensemble possesses a beautiful balance. A unanimous favourite of ours. 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc