Wine Advocate 95 points.
Composed of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Grenache, and 7% Counoise, the 2018 Odyssée has a deep garnet color, bursting from the glass with a whole array of exotic spices notes—cumin seed, star anise, cardamom and cassia—over a core of stewed black plums, warm cassis and blackberry preserves, with hints of dark chocolate, lavender and tapenade. The full-bodied palate is jam-packed with concentrated black and blue fruits, framed by firm, rounded tannins and beautiful freshness, finishing very long with a peppery kick. A little more structured than previous vintages and with such impressive concentration, this should easily cellar 25 years or more.LPB Jul 2021.
Practiced since the 19th century, the blending of wines from Médoc and Rhône Valley ensures a beautiful synergy thanks to the complementary nature of their terroirs and grape varieties.
The resulting wine gathers the tannic structure of the great wines of the Médoc but also the charm, finesse and friendliness of the wines of the Rhône Valley.
Odyssée 2018 is a balanced, long and sapid wine that will take you on the journey.
Owned by P Graffeuille, Managing Director of Château Léoville Las Cases.
Blend : Cabernet Sauvignon (61%), Grenache (32%) and Counoise (7%).
