2009 Lilian Ladouys, St-Estèphe
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Wine Enthusiast
Review Date: 08/2010A fine and spicy wine, the wood toast well integrated with the sweet fruit. Deliciously ripe Merlot vies with the Cabernet tannins to give a dark, complex wine. (RV)
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James Suckling
Review Date: 01/2019
This is very ripe with toffee, spice, truffles, and chocolate, as well as ripe-fruit and meat character on the nose and palate. Full body, soft tannins and a flavorful finish.
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Wine Spectator
Review Date: 03/2012
On the toasty, more modern side of the spectrum, with ambitious roasted fig, apple wood and blueberry confiture notes followed by racy graphite, espresso and blackberry pâte de fruit. Not shy, but has the density for balance. *Smart Buys* (JM)
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Jeb Dunnuck
Review Date: 11/2020
Starting to show some maturity, the 2009 Château Lilian Ladouys has wonderful darker currant fruits interwoven with plenty of sappy herbs, flowers, chocolate, and earth. With still a kiss of spicy oak, it's medium to full-bodied and has a rounded, opulent texture, ripe tannins, and a great finish. Enjoy this satisfying, balanced Saint-Estèphe over the coming decade or so.
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Staff Reviews
One of the darlings of 2009 Bordeaux values, this is one that I've enjoyed many times, but haven't tasted in the past few years. The bountiful aromatics are highlighted by deep cassis, blackberry, graphite, and thyme. The palate is pure and expressive, with a core of red cherry, a terrific texture, and well judged tannins. Drinking well now, something tells me that this is still a few years from its peak, where it will stay for a few years to follow. A lot of wine for the price, and still one of 2009 Bordeaux's great values.
Product Details
Origin: Saint Estephe, Bordeaux, France
Type/Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon and Blends
Alcohol Content: 14%
SKU: #1122456