Château Larcis Ducasse

Saint-Émilion Red Bordeaux Blend

9.326 ratings
9.32 pro ratings
St. Émilion, Libournais, Bordeaux, France
Red Bordeaux Blend
Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, White Rice, Mushrooms, Pasta, Pork, Salami & Prosciutto, Pungent Cheese, Lamb, Tomato-Based, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Beef, Hard Cheese, Venison
Top Notes For
Fredrik Johansson

Winemaker Staglin Family Vineyard

9.1

2009. Full. Rich. Balance. Great verve and terroir driven character still shines through the ripeness.

2009. Full. Rich. Balance. Great verve and terroir driven character still shines through the ripeness.

Jul 3rd, 2015
Willem Booij



In the nose this Château Larcis Ducasse 2009 offers an inviting and complex bouquet. Primary aromas of ripe blackberries, cassis, and dark cherries are prominent. These are complemented by secondary notes of cedar, tobacco, and a hint of graphite. As the wine opens up, it reveals layers of truffle, leather, and sweet spices such as cinnamon and cloves. This simply is a great nose

In the mouth the palate is rich, full-bodied, and beautifully balanced. The wine displays an impressive structure with silky, well-integrated tannins. Flavors of blackcurrant, plum, and black cherry dominate, supported by nuances of dark chocolate, espresso, and earthy undertones. This is a real treat because it’s so easy drinking.

The finish is long, smooth, and elegant, lingering with notes of dark fruit, vanilla, and a touch of smokiness.

Overall this wine is an exemplary wine from Saint-Émilion, showcasing the best characteristics of the vintage and type of wine, mine kind of a wine 😋. It is a wine of depth, complexity, and refinement, so no regrets here 💪.



In the nose this Château Larcis Ducasse 2009 offers an inviting and complex bouquet. Primary aromas of ripe blackberries, cassis, and dark cherries are prominent. These are complemented by secondary notes of cedar, tobacco, and a hint of graphite. As the wine opens up, it reveals layers of truffle, leather, and sweet spices such as cinnamon and cloves. This simply is a great nose

In the mouth the palate is rich, full-bodied, and beautifully balanced. The wine displays an impressive structure with silky, well-integrated tannins. Flavors of blackcurrant, plum, and black cherry dominate, supported by nuances of dark chocolate, espresso, and earthy undertones. This is a real treat because it’s so easy drinking.

The finish is long, smooth, and elegant, lingering with notes of dark fruit, vanilla, and a touch of smokiness.

Overall this wine is an exemplary wine from Saint-Émilion, showcasing the best characteristics of the vintage and type of wine, mine kind of a wine 😋. It is a wine of depth, complexity, and refinement, so no regrets here 💪.

Jul 7th, 2024
Heath P Terry

Everything you expect in a Bordeaux. Very full bodied - paired perfectly with steak. Seemed well aged.

Everything you expect in a Bordeaux. Very full bodied - paired perfectly with steak. Seemed well aged.

Apr 7th, 2019
Alaina Molinaro

09 was good. Not much going on. Clovey. Wouldn't go out of my way to try more.

09 was good. Not much going on. Clovey. Wouldn't go out of my way to try more.

Apr 15th, 2017
John Van Trijp

This is a pure sex machine! Red fruit, chocolate, coffee, chocolate, silky and a very long aftertaste. What a performance by this Chateau since 2005. Deserves a spot next to the big boys! Bravo!

This is a pure sex machine! Red fruit, chocolate, coffee, chocolate, silky and a very long aftertaste. What a performance by this Chateau since 2005. Deserves a spot next to the big boys! Bravo!

May 9th, 2016
Sara Henson

After about 2 hours in a decanter this wine is utterly delightful and I wish I had a second bottle. The color screams youth! The nose is soft and caressing with hints of blue and blackberry coupled with hits of cloves and cedar. The pallet is slightly acidic with very well balanced tannins. The tongue screams hits of wood and minearlality and the fruits just pass through the taste. So yummy and would definitely drink again!

After about 2 hours in a decanter this wine is utterly delightful and I wish I had a second bottle. The color screams youth! The nose is soft and caressing with hints of blue and blackberry coupled with hits of cloves and cedar. The pallet is slightly acidic with very well balanced tannins. The tongue screams hits of wood and minearlality and the fruits just pass through the taste. So yummy and would definitely drink again!

Feb 15th, 2016
Jean-Marc Troadec

2009.

Apr 13th, 2015
Tom Kobylarz

Tom had this 9 years ago

Tom had this 9 years ago

Jul 26th, 2015
Mark K
9.6

Mark had this a year ago

Mark had this a year ago

Dec 31st, 2023
Grant Kessman

Grant had this 2 years ago

Grant had this 2 years ago

Oct 19th, 2022