{"product_id":"chateau-leoville-las-cases-1982","title":"1982 Chateau Leoville-Las Cases","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1982 Chateau Leoville-Las Cases – A Benchmark Vintage from Saint-Julien\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/grand_vin_de_leoville_1982_EN.pdf?v=1744630478\" title=\"Winery Information\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWinery Information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1982 Chateau Leoville-Las Cases\u003c\/strong\u003e is a defining example of Left Bank excellence from one of the Médoc’s most revered Second Growth estates. Crafted in a historic vintage and often considered a First Growth in quality, this Grand Vin from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/saint-julien\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSaint-Julien\u003c\/a\u003e showcases profound structure, aging pedigree, and classic Bordeaux character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow fully mature, the 1982 offers extraordinary complexity. Aromatics of \u003cstrong\u003eblackcurrant\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003egraphite\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ecigar box\u003c\/strong\u003e evolve with notes of \u003cstrong\u003ecedarwood\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eleather\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003etruffle\u003c\/strong\u003e. The palate is seamless, with softened tannins supporting layers of \u003cstrong\u003edark fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003espice\u003c\/strong\u003e, and savory depth, leading to a long, nuanced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Vineyard Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposed primarily of **Cabernet Sauvignon**, with smaller portions of **Merlot and Cabernet Franc**, the 1982 vintage was vinified using traditional methods and aged in oak barrels—approximately 50% new—for up to 20 months. The estate’s vineyards, located adjacent to Latour in Pauillac, are renowned for gravel-rich soils that yield wines of depth and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInvestment \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1982 Léoville-Las Cases\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the greatest expressions from this château and remains highly prized among collectors. Its performance over four decades has solidified its status as one of the best values among Bordeaux’s elite wines. Perfect for your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Specifics \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe **1982 Bordeaux vintage** is legendary, producing deeply structured wines that continue to age gracefully. Léoville-Las Cases was among the most successful wines of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 points\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/bordeaux\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBordeaux Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/saint-julien\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSaint-Julien Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/grands-crus-classes-de-medoc-of-1855\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGrands Crus Classés Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chateau Leoville-Las Cases","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":43697251647680,"sku":"CLC-B82-750","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/1982-chateau-leoville-las-cases-grand-vin-de-leoville-saint-julien-bottle-front.jpg?v=1763971040","url":"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/products\/chateau-leoville-las-cases-1982","provider":"Angry Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}