Chateau Larcis-Ducasse’s terroir produces wonderfully ripe grapes which result in complex, well-structured wines with fresh fruit and mineral flavors. These characteristics are, in part, attributable to the different bedrocks found on the property, from the limestone of the plateau to the iron-rich feldspar sand at the base of the slope.

Viticultural methods are as natural as possible. Yields are kept low in the vineyard were grape varieties were planted according to soil type. In the cellar, grapes undergo a gentle maceration to avoid over-extraction. Vinification takes place in concrete tanks with no pump-over. After fermentation, the wine is aged in barrel for eighteen months.

The 2010 Larcis-Ducasse Bordeaux Blend hails from the Saint Emilion region of Bordeaux, France. It is produced by Larcis-Ducasse and bottled with a cork closure. This vintage has an alcohol content of 14.5% and is composed predominantly of Merlot (83%) and Cabernet Franc (17%). The vineyard spans 11.15 hectares with an average vine age of 35 years, and the wine is aged in a combination of 60% new oak and 40% older barrels.

The wine has received high praise from several esteemed reviewers. Chuck Hayward from JJ Buckley awarded it an impressive 98 points, noting its "deeply concentrated nose" and "exotically flavored" palate. He highlights the wine's complexity, stating that it has "gobs of ripe fruit slowly opening to reveal some notes of wet stones and licorice." Hayward also mentions its potential for aging, suggesting it will be drinkable a few years post-release and could mature well until 2030.

Jeff Leve from The Wine Cellar Insider also lauds the wine, giving it 97 points and describing it as "deep, powerful and long" with flavors of "mineral essence, cocoa, licorice, and ripe plums." He emphasizes the wine's intense aromatics and concentration of flavor but notes that it "is starting to tighten up" and will benefit from additional aging.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, represented by Lisa Perrotti-Brown, also rates the wine at 97 points. She describes it as "deep garnet in color" with initial subdued aromas that evolve to reveal "tobacco leaf, cast-iron pan and dusty soil" alongside "raisin cake and Indian spices." She praises its "firm, plush tannins" and "bags of freshness," concluding that it finishes "long and spicy."

Additional reviews from Wine Spectator, James Suckling, and Decanter also highlight the wine's intensity and complexity, with scores ranging from 94 to 97 points. Wine Spectator's review mentions "intense, vibrant currant preserves" and "black tea, toasted alder, and ganache notes," while James Suckling calls it "really intense with amazing dark fruit character" and a "superb finish that lasts for minutes."

In summary, the 2010 Larcis-Ducasse Bordeaux Blend is a highly acclaimed wine with a deep, complex profile and significant aging potential. Its rich flavors, firm tannins, and long finish have earned it top marks from multiple reviewers, making it a standout vintage from Saint Emilion.