SKU: 54392
Chateau Leoville Las Cases Le Petit Lion 2012
- we90
- ws88
750ml
Category | Red Wine |
Varietals | |
Region | France, Bordeaux, St. Julien |
Brand | Chateau Leoville Las Cases |
Alcohol/vol | 13.5% |
Other vintages
The vintage 2012 was characterised by a slow, late growth cycle due to a very cool and wet spring. The budburst was spread out over time and created a variation in the stages of development that was to be partially evened out by the dry, sunny period that began in mid-July. The colour change and ripening occurred in ideal weather conditions that continued through to harvest-time. The grapes remained perfectly healthy despite rainy spells during picking.
Wine Enthusiast
- we90
This wine is light and fresh, full of crisp and ripe black currant fruits that lie alongside gentle and open tannins. The wine has weight and a rich underlay, although it will develop well and relatively quickly with its bright fruits and acidity. Drink from 2016.
Wine Spectator
- ws88
Has a woodsy edge, with juniper and allspice notes lining the core of crushed plum, blackberry and anise flavors. Well-built, featuring a graphite-fueled finish. Best from 2016 through 2023. 7,000 cases made.