Vol. 24
Clos du Marquis 2004
A sip to brighten your day
A sip of this wine feels like the sun breaking through the clouds.
- Country
- France
- Region
- Bordeaux
- Grapes
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and others
- Vintage
- 2004
- Producer
- Château Léoville Las Cases
- Appearance scene
- At the Medoc Marathon water station, Shizuku drank a wine, the second of Château Léoville Las Cases, with potential far exceeding typical classified wines. Made from grapes grown in designated vineyards outside Léoville Las Cases. Like a marimba played on an outdoor stage in a park, it brings joy just by drinking it. Its sweetness gently envelops, lifting gloomy spirits.
総合 72 / 100
Tasting notes
Clos du Marquis is the second wine of Château Léoville Las Cases, but don't underestimate it—this wine can outperform many classified Medoc wines, you know. Made primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon with a touch of Merlot, this blend truly showcases the craftsmanship of its makers, benefiting from Bordeaux's favorable climate.
You'll remember this wine from 'The Drops of God,' volume 24, where Shizuku sips it at a Medoc Marathon drink station. As described, the marimba played on an outdoor stage, and the wine lifted his spirits, like the sun breaking through clouds. He found its gentle sweetness enveloped him, clearing away the gloom.
In the glass, it shows a deep garnet hue with hints of brick at the rim. The aroma is open, rich with blackberries and cassis, layered with cedar and dried herbs, giving it a complex character. On the palate, it unfolds with lush fruit flavors, strong acidity, and velvety tannins, all in wonderful balance.
The finish is long, with the luscious fruit notes lingering beautifully, making each sip a new discovery. This wine combines dense flavors with elegance, perfect for enjoying slowly on a special occasion.
総合 72 / 100