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About
1855 Grand Cru Classe – 2nd Growth, Margaux
Antoine, the Knight of Lascombes, or Chevalier de Lascombes, who gave his name to the chateau is believed to have been born in 1625. He inherited the estate from the Durfort family.
The chateau changed owners numerous times. Among its owners was the Ginestet family, at the time, owners of Chateau Margaux, and Alexis Lichine, owner of Chateau Prieure Lichine.
In 2011, MACSF, the French insurance company, bought Chateau Lascombes for $300 million.
Today, the estate is the largest in the Margaux appellation with vineyard of 120 hectares.
The estate possesses a very picturesque castle. The ground floor of the castle, a classic Bordeaux “chartreuse”, was built in the 17th century. Various successive owners each added to the building, particularly during the 19th century.
Visits
By appointment Monday through Saturday.
Wines
Red wines
Chateau Lascombes, Grand Cru Classe
Chevalier de Lascombes, AOC Margaux
Haut-Medoc de Lascombes, AOC Haut-Medoc
Grape varieties
50% Merlot
45% Cabernet Sauvignon
5% Petit Verdot
Best years
2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2001
Plan Your European Wine Tour
Hi, my name is Polina. I am a sommelier and a wine tour guide in Bordeaux, France.
I travel for wine in Europe, collecting the best wineries to visit, places to stay and eat.
I also organize private wine tours.
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