Vol. 1

Château Léoville Las Cases 1983

Château Léoville Las Cases 1983

A timeless landscape in a glass

"As the wind passed through, I felt the flow of time."

Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and others
Vintage
1983
Producer
Château Léoville Las Cases
Appearance scene
A wine Issei tastes at home
AcidityTanninBodyFruitFinishComplexity70/ 100

総合 70 / 100

Tasting notes

Château Léoville Las Cases, you know, it's one of those legendary estates in Bordeaux's Saint-Julien. They've got this blend mainly of Cabernet Sauvignon, and the 1983 vintage has really come into its own after so many years.

In "The Drops of God," volume 1, there's this scene where Shizuku Kanzaki is at home, tasting this wine. Just picture him, carefully observing and savoring it, really diving into the experience. It's fascinating to think about how he might have perceived this wine.

Pour this wine, and you’ll see a deep ruby color, with an edge that’s turning slightly orange—speaks of its age, doesn’t it? Bring it to your nose, and you’ll get a wave of rich cassis and black cherry aromas, almost like wandering through an old library. Take a sip, and those silky tannins just wrap around your tongue. The fruit flavors unfold gradually, bringing along hints of spice and cedar as time goes by.

The finish? It's incredibly long, gently wrapping you up like a silk scarf. The acidity is strong, yet it's got a roundness to it, making the whole experience feel beautifully balanced. This wine, after 43 years, is something you'd want to savor during a special moment.