Chateau Lascombes, 1973 Red Wine

Margaux 2nd Growth Classification, Bordeaux
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Bottle size: 75cl

ABV: 13%

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Description

Château Lascombes 1973

Vintage & Background
The 1973 vintage was a challenging one in Bordeaux, with uneven weather, and many wines from that era suffer from deterioration. Lascombes, a Second Growth (Deuxième Cru) from Margaux, had a mixed reputation in the 1970s, but some bottles from this vintage have held up surprisingly well with age, assuming excellent provenance and storage.

Appearance & Nose
In a mature glass, this wine often shows a colour with sienna or amber hues at the rim, softening into light ruby or garnet at the centre. On the nose, there are notes of tart cherry and pomegranate, with a hint of menthol or olive, and accompanying earthy-mushroom tones. Some secondary or tertiary layers may include leather, tobacco, and aged forest floor, along with subtle vanilla or oak depending on how the wine has aged.

Palate & Texture
This wine tends to be lighter than more youthful Lascombes vintages, with softened tannins and a smoother texture. The fruit tends toward dried or cooked red fruits rather than fresh berry; cherry, red plum, perhaps a touch of prune or fig. The oak influence is likely minimal now, more as a whisper than a presence. There is still some structure and acidity to give it lift, but the wine’s power is in its maturity rather than its vigour.

Maturity & Drinking Window
1973 Lascombes is fully mature now. For bottles stored in good conditions, it may still offer pleasures for a few more years, though the window is not long. The condition of the cork, fill level, and provenance will be very important in how well the wine presents.

Food Pairing & Serving Suggestions
Serve slightly cooler than modern Bordeaux reds — around 15-17 °C. Decant gently if there is sediment. Pair with gentle flavours that complement maturity: roast poultry, game birds, mild mushroom or truffle dishes, soft cheeses. Strong sauce or heavy meat will overwhelm its more delicate, evolved character.

Overall Impression & Verdict
Château Lascombes 1973 is a wine for those who appreciate what time does to great Bordeaux. It no longer flaunts power; rather, it offers nuance, aged fruit, earth, and elegance. When the bottle is in good shape, it can give a richly rewarding, contemplative drinking experience — though it is not a wine for those seeking youth or flamboyance

Condition

Good levels labels slightly bin soiled

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