2020 Lascombes Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JS 95 JD 95 TWI 95 WE 95 DC 93 JA 93 VN 92 JL 91 WS 91
JS 95

jamessuckling.com, January 2023

Aromas of crushed blackcurrants and cherries with dried Provence herbs, lavender, raw walnuts and spiced cedar. Graphite, too. Full and muscular with a broad-shouldered, velvety tannin structure that goes on for minutes...
JD 95

jebdunnuck.com, March 2023

Tasted on multiple occasions, the 2020 Château Lascombes is clearly another brilliant wine from this château that readers will love. Sporting a deep purple hue as well as a classic bouquet of cassis, dried flowers...
TWI 95

The Wine Independent, March 2023

The 2020 Lascombes is deep garnet-purple in color. It has a powerful nose of baked plums, boysenberry preserves, and crème de cassis, with hints of iron ore, black olives, and Indian spices. Medium-bodied, the palate is...
WE 95

Wine Enthusiast, April 2023

In this stylish wine, fruit and tannins are in harmony. Black plum flavors are richly concentrated with the firm structure. The wine is set for long-term aging. Drink from 2027. - Roger Voss
DC 93

Decanter, February 2023

Liquorice and cola cubes on the nose. Vibrant and punchy, this is forward and quite bold, with lashings of dark chocolate, slate, cola and clove spice, all very upfront and giving. I love the texture and overall weight...
JA 93

janeanson.com, October 2023

A little more closed down at this point than the 2019, a vintage to put aside and forget about for a good four or five years. There are hints of what will happen when it opens though, as you'll find ripples in here of...
VN 92

Vinous, November 2024

The 2020 Lascombes has a discrete, finely delineated bouquet that unfolds in the glass with blackberry, bilberry, crushed violet and a touch of iodine. The palate is medium-bodied with sour cherry and brown spices on the...
JL 91

TheWineCellarInsider.com, March 2023

Still quite oaky at the moment, so it takes a little effort to find its floral, spice and dark cherry essence. Round-in-texture with a lush, opulent, albeit, oaky finish, perhaps with time, the wood will become better...
WS 91

Wine Spectator, January 2023

Open-knit and direct, with a friendly display of plum and cassis notes carried by a polished structure. Ends with light violet and singed vanilla details. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Drink now through...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Margaux
Vintage 2020
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14%
Closure Cork

The 2020 Lascombes Bordeaux Blend from the Margaux sub-region of Bordeaux, France, exemplifies a rich and complex wine experience. This vintage showcases a deep garnet-purple color and is composed of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot, boasting an alcohol content of 13.5%.

James Suckling awarded it an impressive score of 95, noting its "aromas of crushed blackcurrants and cherries" alongside "dried Provence herbs, lavender, raw walnuts, and spiced cedar." He describes it as "full and muscular" with a "velvety tannin structure" and "lingering finish," recommending patience before enjoying this polished wine post-2027.

Jeb Dunnuck also scored it 95, highlighting its "classic bouquet of cassis, dried flowers, freshly sharpened pencils, and obvious minerality." He praised its "medium to full-bodied richness" and "layered, elegant mouthfeel," predicting a long lifespan with a minimum of 30 years of longevity.

The Wine Enthusiast echoed this sentiment with another 95, emphasizing the harmony between "fruit and tannins" and the "richly concentrated black plum flavors" that promise long-term aging potential.

Conversely, Jeff Leve pointed out the wine's current oaky character, scoring it 91, while expressing hope for better integration with time. Similarly, Wine Spectator, with a 91 score, described it as "open-knit and direct" with "plum and cassis notes" and a "polished structure."

Decanter appreciated its "vibrant and punchy" nature, awarding it a 93 and admiring its "sleek and suave" texture. Jane Anson, scoring it 93, noted its current closed nature but anticipated future development with "cassis, blueberry and bilberry fruits."

Overall, the 2020 Lascombes is a wine brimming with potential, characterized by its bold flavors and robust tannins. While some reviewers note its current oakiness, many agree it's a wine worth waiting for, promising an impressive evolution over the coming years.