Clos du Marquis 2009

	
Producer: Chateau Leoville-Las Cases
	
Region: Saint-Julien
	
Country: Medoc, Bordeaux, FranceMarquis
	
Grape: Bordeaux Blend Red
	
Testing note:	
		
The 2009 Clos du Marquis (70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot) came in at 13.75% alcohol. It exhibits a deep ruby/purple hue along with sweet notes of creme de cassis, great purity, a full-bodied mouthfeel, and terrific texture as well as length.
	
	
	
Awards: 92 pts