Chateau Lassus Medoc Cru Bourgeois

OVERVIEW

Château Lassus, the Chaumont family property since 1967, was mentioned in the first edition of "Bordeaux et ses Vins" edited by Charles Cocks in 1850 and was already listed in the Féret 1939 edition as it had been classified Cru Bourgeois in 1932 for its "terroir" and quality of the wines produced. The estate was taken over by the Paeffgen family in 2010 who has realized large investments since to help the cru maintain its renowned status. The quality focus is realized by sustainable efforts in the vineyards and by strong selection process. Today, Stefan Paeffgen, passionate by wines and fallen in love with this charming property, is in charge of it.

VINEYARD

Soil : Clay-gravels / Surface : 25 hectares
Average age of the vineyard : 35 years
Location : The vineyard is located between the Bégadan village and the Gironde River in the Médoc.
Grape varieties : 50 % Merlot / 50 % Cabernet Sauvignon

VINIFICATION

This wine is vinified by the traditional method, in thermo-regulated concrete and stainless steel vats, after a period of pre-fermentation maceration. Vertical pressing. Ageing for 12 months in new barrels, second-fill and third-fill barrels.

WINE TASTING

Deep colour with garnet highlights. Very aromatic bouquet with touch of blackcurrant and spices. Superb, dense attack with a slightly jammy fruit. The relatively powerful tannic structure shows supple tannins.

AWARDS

> 2010 vintage : Bronze medal Bordeaux 2012
> 2011 vintage : Gold medal Brussels 2013
> 2012 vintage : Silver medal Bordeaux 2014