TN: 2000 Lascombes

[JCNorthway]

Was looking forward to testing out what was happening with the mid-tier 2000 Bordeaux wines, so decided to pull my first of six Chateaux Lascombes to pair with a grilled ribeye (it approached 60 degrees in Chicago today, so grilling was an option). Great expectations were met with sad results. Upon tasting, I initially caught a whiff - confirmed by tasting - that the wine was corked. That said, I have high hopes for this wine, because there is definitely some nice fruit to be enjoyed with a proper bottle.

Not good for this outing, but perhaps something to look forward to in future bottles.

[JimHow]

What the heck is going on over there in Chicago, Jon, is it becoming another Detroit?

[hautbrionlover]

I had the 2000 Lascombes recently, and thought it was excellent - probably somewhere between a 91 and 93.
I have lots more, and am glad to have it!