Château Leoville Barton Saint Julien 2008
Château Léoville Barton is a well-regarded estate in the Saint-Julien region of Bordeaux, ranked a second growth in the 1855 Classification.
Vineyards
Saint Julien, Bordeaux, France
Winemaking and Maturation
French oak barrels for 15 months (60% new wood)
Tasting Notes
The purple colour, mingling aromas, candied plums, apricot and spices, then fleshy, powerful, elegant, refined flavours, leave an overwhelming sense of pleasure. The sensations slide smoothly through to the palate into a silky world of subtle, suave tannins, giving the best possible expression of this exceptional terroir.
Technical Details
Quality has soared since the 1980s, and it is considered one of the most dependable wines in Bordeaux, gaining regular praise for its reasonable pricing. Léoville Barton is Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant, tannic and austere when young but develops intense blackcurrant and cassis notes, as well as classic Saint-Julien cedar characteristics.
Blend: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc
