Chateau Leoville Las Cases 2000

Classification	Dèuxieme Cru Classé
Type	Red
Brand	Chateau Leoville Las Cases
Vintage	2000
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux, St. Julien
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2050
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Slightly damaged
Drinkable	-2040
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Slightly bin stained
Drinkable	2012-2040
Stock	0
Volume	0,375
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2012-2040
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (98)

The 2000 Léoville Las Cases takes time to unwind in the decanter and glass, but when it begins to show all its cards, the display is spectacular. Mingling aromas of dark berries and red fruits with aromas of pencil shavings, loamy soil, cedar box, bitter chocolate, dried rose petals and licorice, it's medium to full-bodied, deep and concentrated, with a layered, complete mid-palate that's rare in this vintage, powdery tannins and a long, resonant finish. An uncompromising classic, even as it closes in on its 22nd birthday, the 2000 Las Cases remains an infant in terms of evolution.

Winespectator (100)

Absolutely fantastic. This is one of the most exciting young reds I have tasted in a long, long time. It shows intense aromas of berries, currants and minerals, with hints of mint. Full-bodied and packed with fruit and tannins, its long finish is refined and silky. A benchmark for the vintage. Las Cases has always wanted to make first-growth quality in a top-notch vintage, and it certainly did in 2000. Best after 2012.

BOW (9.25)

James Suckling (100)

A classic Las Cases with masses of mineral, floral and blueberry character. Full and chewy, with so much power.