Château Lilian Ladouys 2016 - Cru Bourgeois
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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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 before
Drink starting at
2021
Drink before
2030
Guard
2030+
Food and Wine Pairings
Pairs well with game, red meat, and aged cheeses
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2021 guide): 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable vintage, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
After passing Cos d’Estournel, and directly across from Lafon-Rochet, the two towers of Lilian-Ladouys rise from a sea of vineyards. This 47-hectare estate was purchased by Jacky Lorenzetti in September 2008. As at Pédesclaux, Vincent Bache-Gabrielsen oversees the winemaking. Dense and deeply colored, 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 taken over by Natexis starting in 1989. In 2008, there was another change in ownership when Jacky and Françoise Lorenzetti (of Pédesclaux in Pauillac) took over; they had sold their network of real estate agencies to invest in the vineyard. They undertook an extensive restructuring program for the 45 hectares of vineyards.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2018 guide) 91/100 (Outstanding 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 offers lively 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 full of vibrant layers of flavor, with a very long finish.
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:
With a robust structure, fruit that unfolds on the palate, and abundant yet refined tannins, the 2016 vintage stands out as a benchmark for this wine.
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 went on to acquire 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 enthusiasts.
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 winery (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