Bordeaux, France
Château Léoville Las Cases
Est. 1840
About the Estate
One of the oldest estates in the Médoc, classified as a Second Growth in 1855, Château Léoville Las Cases produces one of Saint-Julien's most acclaimed wines, renowned for its depth, complexity, and longevity.
Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc (with small amounts of Petit Verdot). The main vineyard is dominated by Cabernet (around 65–70% of plantings) with Merlot and Cabernet Franc making up most of the balance.
Heritage & Milestones
A journey through time, celebrating the moments that defined our legacy
Founding of Mont-Moytié
Jean de Moytié plants the first vineyard (called Mont-Moytié) on the future Léoville estate.
Léoville Estate Partitioned
The large Léoville estate is split, with the portion held by Pierre de Las Cases becoming Château Léoville Las Cases (while other parts form Léoville-Barton and later Léoville-Poyferré).
Classified Deuxième Cru
In the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Château Léoville Las Cases is ranked as a Second Growth (Deuxième Cru), cementing its status among the Médoc's top wines.
Triumph at Judgment of Paris
A 1971 vintage of Léoville Las Cases placed sixth among top French and California wines at the 1976 "Judgment of Paris" tasting, underscoring the estate's world-class quality.
Founding of Mont-Moytié
Jean de Moytié plants the first vineyard (called Mont-Moytié) on the future Léoville estate.
Léoville Estate Partitioned
The large Léoville estate is split, with the portion held by Pierre de Las Cases becoming Château Léoville Las Cases (while other parts form Léoville-Barton and later Léoville-Poyferré).
Classified Deuxième Cru
In the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Château Léoville Las Cases is ranked as a Second Growth (Deuxième Cru), cementing its status among the Médoc's top wines.
Triumph at Judgment of Paris
A 1971 vintage of Léoville Las Cases placed sixth among top French and California wines at the 1976 "Judgment of Paris" tasting, underscoring the estate's world-class quality.
Vineyard Location
Bordeaux, France
Terroir
The Grand Vin comes from the Clos Léoville Las Cases, a walled 55 ha parcel at the northern boundary of Saint-Julien, adjacent to Château Latour in Pauillac (separated only by a small stream). The terroir is a complex mix of Quaternary gravel ("graves") over gravelly sand and clay subsoils, with some deep clay outcrops. Proximity to the Gironde estuary provides a moderating microclimate – warming the vineyards for early ripening and protecting against frost. This combination of excellent drainage, sparse nutrients, and mild climate allows Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc to achieve optimal ripeness nearly every year. The resulting wine is powerful yet refined, often considered a "first growth in all but name," with remarkable structure and ageing potential.
Available Wines
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