Description
In recent years, several vineyard plots on our Saint-Julien terroirs were uprooted and replanted, and these are now coming into production. To preserve the quality level of the Grand Vin, Château LÉOVILLE LAS CASES therefore decided it would create a second wine, from the 2007 vintage.
The Petit Lion shares the philosophy of its two elder siblings; it is vinified and aged in order to preserve its fresh, ripe fruit flavours throughout its life. However, it is designed as a second wine, and is therefore made to be more accessible and for earlier drinking, with a significant proportion of Merlot used in the blend.
The Petit Lion shares the philosophy of its elder brother; it is vinified and aged in order to preserve its fresh and ripe fruit flavor throughout its life. However, designed as a second wine, Petit Lion is more accessible and for earlier drinking with a significant proportion of Merlot used in the blend.
Antonio Galloni
90-92 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: “”The 2016 Le Petit Lion is plush, open and seductive. It offers striking freshness, with plenty of distinctly red ? flavors and silky tannins to match its creamy, nuanced personality. The 2016 is not a big wine, but it is charming and, above all else, absolutely delicious, especially if enjoyed within the first 10-15 years of its life.”” 04/17″
Wine Enthusiast Notes
91-93 Points, Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast: “”Barrel Sample. Rich and packed with ripe tannins, this is definitely structured. At the same time, the fruit is so enticing. The combination makes for a wine that will be fruity, delicious and very drinkable.”””
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