Willem Booij

9.6

In the nose this Château Larcis Ducasse 2009 offers an inviting and complex bouquet. Primary aromas of ripe blackberries, cassis, and dark cherries are prominent. These are complemented by secondary notes of cedar, tobacco, and a hint of graphite. As the wine opens up, it reveals layers of truffle, leather, and sweet spices such as cinnamon and cloves. This simply is a great nose

In the mouth the palate is rich, full-bodied, and beautifully balanced. The wine displays an impressive structure with silky, well-integrated tannins. Flavors of blackcurrant, plum, and black cherry dominate, supported by nuances of dark chocolate, espresso, and earthy undertones. This is a real treat because it’s so easy drinking.

The finish is long, smooth, and elegant, lingering with notes of dark fruit, vanilla, and a touch of smokiness.

Overall this wine is an exemplary wine from Saint-Émilion, showcasing the best characteristics of the vintage and type of wine, mine kind of a wine 😋. It is a wine of depth, complexity, and refinement, so no regrets here 💪. — 20 days ago

Jess

9.0

Deep ruby-garnet color.
Aromas of cherry, tomato leaf,
Dry. Flavors of black cherry, tomato leaf, earth, leather. Very savory. Rich firm tannins.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5 — 10 months ago

Elisabeth mersier

10

Grand contrôle Alain Ducasse — 3 years ago

with Karim

Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.0

In prime form. Sandalwood, cassis, dried pasilla. — a month ago

Kristen Grimes

9.2

Fruit forward with dark black fruits, a round body with soft tannins, warm and toasty on a winter day, perfect for curling up with a movie. — 5 months ago

GaryWEdwards

9.5

This “Rarity” Pinot Bianco is a great find and until this gem, I would not have paid attention to Italian whites at all. But this is a serious wine with nice florals if not saffron notes. I was wowed by the new Head Somm at Ducasse London. — 10 months ago

Elisabeth mersier

10

Grand contrôle Alain Ducasse — 3 years ago

with Karim

Paula Duarte

9.2

Pale gold color. Smells floral. Dry. Soft but juicy. Lemon zest aftertaste. Predominantly semillon with some sauv blanc. — 2 months ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.8

2019 vintage. Calicem might well be Saint-Emilion's best kept secret. Tasted it several times and was always blown away. This time I tasted it alongside the extraordinary Larcis Ducasse 2019, which proves my point that Calicem is definitely of Premier Grand Cru quality ( in case the classification is still a thing after Cheval Blanc, Ausone and a few others left). — 7 months ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.6

A blend of 92% Merlot & 8% Cab Franc, elevated to Premier Grand Cru Classé in 2012, deep Ruby with aromas of black fruits, complex spice and notes of forest floor. On the palate flavors blackberry and black cherry with notes of cacao, espresso and licorice. Fine smooth tannins, great mouthfeel, long finish ending with toasty cedar notes and earthy mineral character. Just starting to show beautifully and will for next decade. Nice! — 2 years ago