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Critics Ratings

'One of the highlights in this tasting, the 2010 Larcis Ducasse is simply stunning. Although quite fresh, vibrant and intense, the 2010 is also very closed in on itself. Violet, lavender, graphite and menthol are some of the many notes that give the 2010 its energy and tension. Still very much closed, the 2010 is going to need a good few years to come into its own. Still, it is pretty impressive today. With time in the glass, the 2010 gives a very good idea of what is to come for those who can wait. 2020-2050' - Antonio Galloni, Vinous, 97+/100 (Mar 2017)

'Deep garnet in color, the 2010 Larcis Ducasse opens a little subdued, offering glimpses of tobacco leaf, cast-iron pan and dusty soil over a core of raisin cake and Indian spices plus a touch of figs. Full-bodied, rich and seductive, it has firm, plush tannins and bags of freshness, finishing long and spicy. 2020-2045' - Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Advocate, 97/10 (Mar 2020)

'Wow. This is really intense with amazing dark fruit character of crushed blueberries and minerals. It's full-bodied, with super integrated tannins and a superb finish that lasts for minutes. A fabulous wine.' - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, 97/100 (Feb 2014)

'This seems complete, with intense, vibrant currant preserves, blackberry coulis and dark cherry fruit seamlessly layered with graphite and melted red licorice notes. Dense, with lovely definition, offering black tea, toasted alder and ganache notes that fill and expand on the finish. Shows great length and drive. -- Larcis Ducasse non-blind vertical (December 2012). Best from 2018 through 2030.' - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 94/100 (Mar 2013)

'Deep garnet with soft rim. Very ripe, dried-fruits aroma - masses of fruit. Mature and tertiary on the palate, the tannins are starting to resolve and there's freshness but it is just a bit stewed on the finish. 2018-2025'- Julia Harding MW, JancisRobinson.com, 15.5/20 (Feb 2020)