Larcis Ducasse Size:3x1.5L complemented by hints of toasted

complemented by hints of toasted bread

a brilliant wine that derives from a mere four of the 45 plots that are candidates for inclusion in Cristal

marzipan and brown spices

with an elegantly textural attack and a creamy core of fruit that's underpinned by a bright but nicely integrated spine of acidity

grainy finish

Larcis Ducasse Size:3x1.5L complemented by hints of toastedThe 2004 Larcis Ducasse is surprisingly deep in colour. It boasts a really lovely bouquet considering the vintage, one you might suspect belongs to a richer growing season like 2005, blackberry, raspberry coulis, mint and a touch of juniper berry and sandalwood. The oak is nicely integrated here. The palate is medium bodied with supple tannins and well judged acidity, impressive in terms of fruit intensity, blackberry, cranberry and strawberry mixed