with notes of star anise and cracked pepper adding complexity
Percarlo started off as a selection of the estate’s best vineyards
Pale to medium gold in color
The tannins are firm but well-integrated
this wine seems to have become kinkier and weirder as it has developed over the least 5-6 years
Leoville Las Cases 1981 christmas_raw_seafood with notes of star aniseThis tasting consisted of each of the varietal components of Las Cases, followed by the final blend for Leoville Las Cases. The 1981 cuvees of Merlot and Cabernet Franc were light, with the Merlot revealing a mature garnet color, a lean, compact, faded tea scented nose, unimpressive richness, and hard tannin in the finish. Even less impressive, the Cabernet Franc's hard, tough tannin and high acidity gave the wine a lean, attenuated feel. The Cabernet