Four grape varieties are grown for this red wine: Cabernet Sauvignon, which predominates in this red wine. Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc are also grown in the old vineyards. The vineyards average 45 years old, which partly determines the quality of this red wine. This is why it has been classified as a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel, a distinction reserved only for the very best red wines from Bordeaux. When the harvest is ripe, each bunch is harvested separately, entirely by hand. Each bunch is inspected and transported in small wooden crates from the vineyard to Château Lilian Ladouys. Upon arrival, the bunches are pressed, and this premium red wine is aged for a full fourteen months in partially new barrels. The new barrels give this red wine more power and suppleness, and you can certainly taste it. It's a joy to drink.
Make it a celebration, because with this wine in your glass, it's a pure indulgence. Upon pouring, we see a dark red color with a light purple rim. All our senses are stimulated, and the aroma reveals hints of black cherries, blackberries, chocolate, coffee, and a light spice. On the palate, this Château Lilian Ladouys 2016 is a gem! Very elegant and smooth. With beautiful flavors of ripe red fruit, cedarwood, a hint of pepper, tobacco, and a delicate chocolate note. Finished with elegant tannins and a hint of vanilla. What a gem this is from Saint-Estèphe!
