Château Leoville Barton Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé AOC

The Barton family’s passion for wine is reflected in the elegance and consistency of Château Léoville Barton. This estate was classified as a 2nd Grand Cru Classé in 1855 and lies within the iconic terroir of Saint Julien in the Médoc.

The Château was built in 1758 by Monsieur de Pontet. Beneath the private apartments lie the crypted vaulted cellars in which silence reigns eternal.The most renowned vintages of Léoville Barton are left to age in the peace and quiet of these cellars to reach their ultimate potential.

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VARIETALS
93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot

VINTAGE
2017

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13%

APPEARANCE
Intense purple color.

NOSE
Expressive and bright nose of blackfruit, graphite and toast.

PALATE
On the palate, the attack is frank and the tannins are precise and remarkably delicate.
The wine develops a beautiful tension and freshness.

AGEING
Aged between 16 and 18 months in French oak barrels of which 60% are brand new.

PAIRING
Best served with roasted meat, feathered game and hard cheeses.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Drink 2022-2045.

RATINGS

96pts

95pts

4.3

Additional information

Vintage	2017
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Producer	Château Leoville Barton
Style	Dry
Types	Red