1988 Clos du Marquis
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The 1988 Clos du Marquis has good fruit, a spicy, oaky character, medium body, and a fine core of black-cherry fruit. Firm and capable of supporting 8-10 years of cellaring, it is a good effort, but the 1989 and 1990 are superior.
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The second wine of Léoville-Las Cases. A strong earthy note dominates the black cherry and currant flavors. A rustic style that won't appeal to everyone. Drink now. James Suckling, Wine Spectator 1991
The 1988 Clos du Marquis has good fruit, a spicy, oaky character, medium body, and a fine core of black-cherry fruit. Firm and capable of supporting 8-10 years of cellaring, it is a good effort, but the 1989 and 1990 are superior. Feb 1993, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
One of the leading estates in Bordeaux, Ch. Léoville Las Cases is one of the largest and oldest Classed Growths in the Médoc. Along with Ch. Ducru-Beaucaillou, it is widely considered one of the best estates in Saint-Julien.