Clos du Marquis Saint-Julien 2020
96/100
RVF
95/100
James Suckling
95/100
Le Figaro
94-95/100
Terre de Vins
2*Étoiles
Hachette
"A Clos du Marquis of the highest caliber. Very well-rounded, creamy on the palate, and devilishly smooth. It easily rivals many classified growths! ~ La RVF"
"On the nose, a captivating, mischievous fruitiness, with rich yet delicate red fruits, giving the sensation of sinking into a velvet sofa. A magical blend of aromas, from ripe fruit to the freshness of plants after the rain, via freshly cut flowers. A divine palate of perfectly ripe fruit, carried by a savory structure that makes you want to take another sip. A real treat!" (Le Figaro 2023) - Delivery in wooden cases is available for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on the country and shipping method selected).
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Eye
Very dense color tending towards black
Nose
Rich and intense with ripe black fruits, cherry, plum, violet, graphite, and a hint of spice and toast.
Mouth
Beautiful depth and richness, with concentration, density, juiciness, and great elegance.
Serve
At 17-18°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink from
2027
Drink before
2045
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with grilled rib of beef, lamb navarin, farmhouse Saint-Nectaire cheese...
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rating (2024 guide) 2 stars (Outstanding wine)
Rated estate (2020 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About wine:
This vintage produced a beautiful Clos du Marquis, made from 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, and 6% Cabernet Franc. A Saint-Julien of remarkable intensity from start to finish: dense, even very dense color, tending towards black; rich nose of ripe black fruits, cherry brandy, smoke, and mocha; the palate is in harmony, full-bodied, powerful, with active tannins and a freshness that makes all the difference on the finish. Powerful, certainly, very powerful even, but also elegant, very elegant too, and full of flavor. 2030-2040
About the estate:
Often considered the second wine of Léoville Las Cases, Clos du Marquis, created in 1902, is in fact a wine in its own right. Its vineyard, planted on very homogeneous Mindel gravel soil, is located northwest of the village of Saint-Julien, while the grand clos is located northeast.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated estate (2020 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2024 guide) 96/100
Rated estate (2020 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About wine:
The latest vintages will go a long way, like the splendid 2020 with its bright, brilliant fruit, a Clos du Marquis of the highest caliber. A very complete wine, creamy on the palate and devilishly smooth. A Clos that easily rivals many classified growths.
About the estate:
Long considered the second wine of Léoville Las Cases, Clos du Marquis is now a wine in its own right, produced from a selection of dedicated plots located in the heart of the classified growths area. It benefits from all the attention and expertise of the Las Cases team. It is no surprise that its quality is on a par with a third growth, with impeccable consistency to boot. A very good deal indeed.
Wine Enthusiast
Rated estate (2020 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
James Suckling
Wine rated (2023 guide) 95/100
Rated estate (2020 guide) Recommended
About wine:
Aromas of blackcurrant, crushed stone, and minerals. Graphite too. Medium-bodied, very refined and elegant. Pencil lead. Very well integrated. Needs time to open up and reveal its true character. Sweet tobacco on the finish. 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 33% Merlot. Best after 2028.
About the estate:
Le Figaro vins
Wine rated (2023 guide) 95/100
About wine:
On the nose, a captivating, playful fruitiness with rich yet delicate red berries, giving the sensation of sinking into a velvet sofa. A magical blend of aromas, from ripe fruit to the freshness of plants after the rain, to freshly cut flowers. A divine palate of perfectly ripe fruit, carried by a savory structure that makes you want to take another sip. A real treat! 2026-2046
Terre de Vins
Wine rated (2025 guide) 94-95/100
Customer rating
4/5
based on 1 review
Review and opinion by Mr. YANNIC L. Published on 12/27/2025
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