Chateau Lilian Ladouys, Saint-Estephe, 2014 low sulfites added and full of soul

and full of soul

Concentrated flavors of dark fruit and cherry compote are underscored by earthy undertones

and meticulous farming helped redefine what Napa Valley could aspire to

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creating a complex and lingering finish that speaks to the wine’s potential for aging

Chateau Lilian Ladouys, Saint-Estephe, 2014 low sulfites added and full of soulChteau Lilian Ladouys has been quietly rising in the Saint Estphe ranks, and the 2014 vintage shows just how much potential this Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel holds. A blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this wine offers everything you want from the Left Banks most structured appellation: blackcurrant, tobacco, cedar, and that telltale mineral edge. But 2014 wasnt an overly ripe yearwhich means finesse and freshness take the lead. The