The 2014 Château Lascombes is a bold, dramatic wine from the Margaux appellation, showcasing a modern, ripe fruit style. It offers a generous, warm bouquet with chestnut-tinged black fruit and hints of cedar. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with finesse, a rich texture, and stylish fine-grained tannins. Expect flavors of ripe black cherry, blackberry, dark stone fruit, leather, bittersweet chocolate, smoke, licorice, and French oak, with an elegant and concentrated profile. In its youth, it displays an impressively deep color.
Food Pairings:
This wine pairs well with rich, savory dishes that complement its bold fruit and tannic structure. Recommended pairings include:
- Grilled or roasted red meats (e.g., beef, lamb)
- Game meats (e.g., venison, duck)
- Hearty stews or braised dishes
- Aged cheeses (e.g., cheddar, gouda)
- Dark chocolate desserts for a decadent match These pairings enhance the wine’s fruit-forward and oaky characteristics.
Critics Review:
- Wine Enthusiast: “A wine that is full of black fruits as much as rich tannins. There is concentration and a good potential for aging.” Rated highly for its aging potential.
- CellarTracker: Notes that even at 11 years of age, the dominant flavor is oak spice (cedar), suggesting a modern style but with some critique on oak prominence.
- General commentary: Critics describe the 2014 Lascombes as elegant yet bold, with ripe black cherry and blackberry fruit characteristics, though some note the oak influence can overshadow the fruit.
Drink Window:
The 2014 Château Lascombes is recommended to drink from 2025 onward, as it has good aging potential due to its concentration and tannic structure. However, it is approachable now (2025) with decanting for those who enjoy youthful, bold wines.
