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Château Lilian Ladouys 2016 - Cru Bourgeois

Saint-Estèphe|Red wine

3.8/5 (6 customers)

93/100

James Suckling

17/20

RVF

92/100

Jeb Dunnuck

91/100

Robert Parker

“Witha robust structure, fruit that unfolds on the palate, and abundant yet refined tannins, the 2016 stands out as a benchmark for this vintage.” (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France - RVF) Orders of 6 bottles of this wine shipped within France will be delivered in a wooden case.

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Estate

Château Lilian Ladouys

Vintage

Cru Bourgeois

Vintage

2016

Designation

Saint-Estèphe

Region

Bordeaux

Grape Varieties

Merlot 62%, Cabernet sauvignon 32%, Petit verdot 6%

Regions

Peyrosols and clay-limestone soils

Viticulture

Integrated Pest Management

Grape Harvest

Hand-harvested, followed by manual sorting of the clusters and then the individual berries

Winemaking

Gravity-fed transfer to vats without crushing, cold pre-fermentation maceration, extended vatting, and the exclusive use of gravity-fed racking to ensure gentle extraction

Livestock farming

15 months in barrels, 30% of which are new oak

Alcohol content

13,5%

Eye

A very deep garnet color, enhanced by superb purple highlights

Nose

An explosive fragrance that exudes notes of crushed raspberry, cherry soaked in brandy, and bitter cocoa. These are underscored by intense floral notes reminiscent of a bouquet of spring flowers, followed by aromas of cedar and sandalwood.

Palate

A full-bodied attack, rich in volume and richness, leads to a dense palate with a powerful, velvety texture. The generosity of the 2016 vintage is evident in this perfect balance between freshness and richness. Cherry flavors come through fully, enhanced by notes of orange peel, chocolate, and nutmeg. The long finish is accompanied by chalky tannins, characteristic of the great success of Merlot grown on our asterian limestone terroirs.

Serve

At 16-18°C

Open

1 hour ago

Drink from

2021

Drink before

2030

Guard

2030+

Food and wine pairings

Pairs well with game, red meat, and aged cheeses

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Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2021 guide): 2 stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous vintage)

About the estate:

After passing Cos d’Estournel, and facing Lafon-Rochet, the two towers of Lilian-Ladouys rise from a sea of vines. This 47-hectare estate was purchased by Jacky Lorenzetti in September 2008. As at Pédesclaux, Vincent Bache-Gabrielsen oversees the winemaking. Dense and colorful, the wines are instantly captivating. The archetype of a super Bordeaux.

Guide Hachette des vins

Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the estate:

In the 14th century, La Doys was a farmstead belonging to Lafite. After enjoying its heyday at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries under the name Château Ladouys, this estate had virtually disappeared. It was revived (and renamed after his wife) by Christian Thiéblot in the 1980s, then by Natexis starting in 1989. In 2008, there was another change of ownership with Jacky and Françoise Lorenzetti (Pédesclaux in Pauillac), who sold their network of real estate agencies to invest in the vineyard. They undertook a major restructuring program for the 45 hectares of vines.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2018 guide) 91/100 (Excellent wine)

Rated estate (2019 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

About the wine:

The 2016 Lilian Ladouys is a blend of 62% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 6% Petit Verdot, aged in 30% new French oak for 15 months. Medium to deep purple-garnet in color, it bursts with notes of baked plums, crème de cassis, and Black Forest cake, along with hints of bay leaf, pencil lead, and menthol. Medium-bodied, elegant, and brimming with vibrant layers of flavor, it has a very long finish.

RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (guide 2019) 17/20 + Favorite (Great wine)

Rated estate (2023 guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)

About the wine:

Full-bodied, with fruit that unfolds on the palate and abundant yet refined tannins, the 2016 stands out as a benchmark for this vintage.

About the estate:

After passing through the hands of several owners who did not always know how to realize its potential, the unassuming Château Lilian Ladouys was purchased by businessman Jacky Lorenzetti in 2008. Lorenzetti, who subsequently acquired Château Pédesclaux in Pauillac and Château Lafon Rochet in Saint-Estèphe, has grand ambitions for his wines. Lilian Ladouys, which has undergone extensive renovations in recent years, has found a very respectable rhythm over the past few vintages. The wine deserves the attention of wine lovers.

Wine Spectator

Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)

Wine Enthusiast

Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)

James Suckling

Wine rated (2019 guide) 93/100

Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended

About the wine:

The aromas of blueberry and blackberry are certainly appealing here. Full-bodied and dense, with a very velvety texture and a long, generous finish of ripe fruit and spices. Best enjoyed starting in 2022.

Jeb Dunnuck

Wine rated 92/100

Customer rating

3.8/5

based on 6 reviews

Review by Mr. REMY P. Published on September 25, 2020

Still a bit young, decent for the price, but I found it at Intermarché during the recent 2020 wine fair—20% off, not to mention the store card reward points.