Chateau Lascombes 2005

Château Lascombes 2ème Cru Classé, Margaux, Bordeaux, France, 2005

Grapes: A blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot, sourced from the estate’s 120 ha of vineyards planted on gravel, clay/gravel and clay/limestone soils. The wine was aged for 18–20 months in French oak barrels, contributing to its structure and depth.

Producer Tasting Note:

On the nose, swirling the glass releases subtle spices, concentrated black fruits and liquorice, framed by fine toasted notes and roasted coffee-bean aromas. The palate opens smoothly and becomes explosive, with fruit-forward intensity while discreet oak sits in the background; the 2005 shows a pleasing balance of freshness, power, roundness and suaveness, finished by very classy tannins.

Critics’ Tasting Notes:

Robert Parker awarded this 2005 a powerful 95/100, calling it a “stunningly opulent” Margaux with a layered mouthfeel and a memorable 45+ second finish, and suggested a cellaring potential of 30–35 years (Robert Parker, Apr 2008).

Jeff Leve scored it 92/100, noting pungent aromas of vanilla, blackberry, blueberry, licorice, black cherry and espresso and describing it as thick, rich and polished — a wine that may need up to a decade to shed some oak dominance (The Wine Cellar Insider, Jul 2011).

Why buy? This is a collectible Margaux from an excellent year — concentrated and structured, yet refined. High critic scores and proven ageing potential make it well suited to serious cellars or service on special occasions. This bottle represents the estate’s modern, yet classically Margaux approach from this celebrated vintage.

Food Match: Enjoy Château Lascombes 2005 with a roast rack of lamb with rosemary and garlic or a classic beef Wellington; it also complements mature hard cheeses such as Comté or aged cheddar for a memorable dining experience