Château Lascombes 2024

A powerful and supremely elegant grand wine from Margaux

The estate

The Château Lascombes, established in the 17th century by Antoine de Lascombes, is an estate located on the highest hill of Margaux. Acquired in 2022 by the Lawrence family, this Second Growth of the 1855 classification spans diverse gravelly terroirs, enhancing the complexity of its wines.

The vineyard

The vines of Château Lascombes thrive on an exceptional terroir of the Margaux appellation, characterized by a mosaic of clayey, gravelly, and limestone soils. This geological diversity gives the wine its remarkable complexity and depth. The vineyard benefits from an ideal microclimate, influenced by the proximity of the Gironde estuary, allowing optimal grape ripening.

The wine

2024 is the first vintage crafted entirely by Axel Heinz, an iconic figure in great Tuscan wines. Drawing on his experience, he joined the estate in 2023 and injects new momentum by showcasing cabernet sauvignon and the historic Margaux terroir through high-precision viticulture and winemaking.

Vinification and aging

Hand harvesting followed by rigorous sorting. The vinification favours gentle extraction by infusion, fully respecting the integrity of the fruit. Maceration, lasting 20 to 30 days and determined by daily tastings, allows precise extraction of aromatic compounds and tannins. The aging then takes place in a harmonious blend of barrels, vats, and amphorae, bringing complexity and finesse to the wine.

Blend

This 2024 Château Lascombes stems from a blend dominated by cabernet sauvignon (65%), complemented by merlot (30%) and a touch of cabernet franc and petit verdot (5%).