Chateau Lassegue 'Lassegue' Red Blend, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France

Bathed in the golden light of Saint-Émilion’s Côte, the 2019 Château Lassègue ‘Lassègue’ is a wine where heritage meets precision. Ruby-hued and finely sculpted, it captures the harmony of ripe fruit, minerality, and elegance, offering a snapshot of one of Bordeaux’s most expressive vintages and a promise of decades of refinement to come.

Product Details:

• Category: Red Wine
• Type: Bordeaux Red Blend
• Varietal Composition: 58% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
• ABV: 14%
• Aging: 12 months in French oak (75% new)
• Winemakers & Owners: Pierre Seillan and Nicolas Seillan

Sensory Description:

This wine shows a brilliant ruby-red color, clear and vibrant. Aromas of fresh red fruit emerge with aeration, layered with rose petals, licorice, and mineral accents. On the palate, the 2019 Lassègue delivers density and precision, with ripe red fruit at the core, elegant acidity, and silky tannins that extend into a long, harmonious finish. Finesse and freshness define this vintage, while the clay and limestone soils of the Côte de Saint-Émilion impart complexity and minerality that promise remarkable aging potential.

Awards & Accolades:

• 96 Points – James Suckling: “So fine and refined…currant, crushed stone, limestone, and fresh mushroom. Minerally finish. Drink after 2025.”
• 94 Points – Decanter: “Rich plum in color…brambly fruit, sage, saffron, and layers of fine tannins. Extremely good quality.”
• 92+ Points – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate: “Deep and lively…powdery tannins, bright acids, elegant profile.”

Winemaker's Background:

Château Lassègue, with its iconic sundials gracing the 18th-century façade, stands as a symbol of heritage in Saint-Émilion. Since 2003, the estate has been guided by two families, the Seillans and the Jacksons, united by a shared vision to craft wines that reflect both land and legacy. Today, vignerons Pierre and Nicolas Seillan carry forward this philosophy, marrying generations of French winemaking knowledge with a commitment to precision and authenticity.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve at 16–18°C after decanting to reveal its full aromatic complexity. Pair with classic Bordeaux accompaniments such as roast lamb, duck breast, or beef tenderloin, as well as earthy dishes like mushroom risotto or aged cheeses. Its minerality and finesse also make it a natural partner to refined French cuisine.

The 2019 Château Lassègue ‘Lassègue’ is a wine of remarkable elegance and depth, offering immediate beauty while promising 15–20 years of graceful evolution. It is a true collectible for Bordeaux enthusiasts seeking both pedigree and purity.