Château Lascombes – 2nd Grand Cru Classé of Margaux

Sculpted power and refined elegance – the signature of a major Margaux terroir

Classified as a Second Growth in 1855, Château Lascombes holds a distinctive place in the Margaux landscape. Owned by the Groupe Taillan, the estate has been experiencing a true renaissance led by a highly coherent management team: Florence Le Glatin (General Manager), Frédéric Spies (Technical Director) and consulting oenologist Nicolas Audebert.

Their shared ambition is clear: to elevate a historic terroir through a distinctly modern style, where power, freshness and refined tannins are orchestrated in remarkably harmonious balance.

Terroir & Vineyard – A large-scale mosaic at the heart of Margaux

With nearly 120 hectares under vine, Château Lascombes is one of the largest classified growths in Margaux. Its greatness lies in a rare geological diversity:

• Deep gravel – excellent drainage, purity of fruit and aromatic precision.
• Clay-limestone soils – flesh, density and natural freshness.
• Well-exposed gravelly rises – emblematic of the Left Bank’s finest sites.

The varietal mix reflects Médoc tradition at a very high level:

• Cabernet Sauvignon (50–60%) – backbone, structure, relief.
• Merlot (35–45%) – silkiness, charm and mid-palate amplitude.
• Petit Verdot (~5%) – spice, depth of colour and tension.

This mosaic of soils allows for an extremely precise blend, faithful to the aristocratic identity of Margaux.

Precision Viticulture – Observation, control and sustainability

Vineyard work at Lascombes follows a demanding, long-term vision:

• meticulous soil management and controlled cover cropping,
• harvesting at optimal ripeness for each parcel,
• rigorous sorting plot by plot,
• structured environmental and agro-ecological monitoring,
• a constant focus on preserving biodiversity.

Every micro-terroir is vinified separately, ensuring a detailed understanding of each component and allowing for highly accurate blending.

Winemaking & Ageing – Mastery in the service of purity

The winery, designed for precision, enables finely tuned extraction:

• fermentations in temperature-controlled stainless steel and wooden vats,
• cuvaison adapted to the nature of each parcel and each vintage,
• a subtle combination of pump-overs, punch-downs and gentle macerations.

Ageing, a key phase of the Lascombes signature, typically lasts 16 to 20 months in French oak barrels, with around 60% new oak. The wood is carefully integrated, always at the service of fruit expression and freshness rather than dominance.

The result is a wine with silky yet present tannins, a straight, well-defined structure, an ample, polished texture, flawlessly integrated oak and a long, vibrant, finely etched finish.

House Style – Controlled modernity, aromatic depth and Margaux elegance

The wines of Château Lascombes combine:

• Médoc power and a solid structural core,
• deep aromatics of blackcurrant, blackberry, violet, cedar and graphite,
• a velvety, caressing mouthfeel,
• freshness preserved from start to finish,
• a long, persistent, finely floral finish.

In top vintages, this architecture gains in complexity, intensity and ageing potential, positioning Lascombes among the most seductive and consistent Second Growths of Margaux.

Key Cuvées

Château Lascombes – Grand Vin
The estate’s flagship wine. A deep, refined Margaux, powerful yet aerial, with remarkable length and a clear capacity for long ageing.

Chevalier de Lascombes – Second Wine
A more immediate and approachable profile, with bright fruit and a suave texture, while remaining faithful to the elegance of the Grand Vin.

Le Noble de Lascombes – Micro-cuvée
A rare, parcel-based selection produced only in exceptional years. Highly pure and precise, with finely chiseled tannins and a very elevated expression of the terroir.

Conclusion – A firmly established benchmark among the great wines of Margaux

With its majestic terroir, ambitious technical vision and unwavering rigor, Château Lascombes has confirmed its status as one of the most expressive and reliable Second Growths of Margaux. The estate’s wines combine power, sensual aromatics and floral elegance, perfectly embodying the soul of Margaux: finesse, nobility and depth.