La Reserve de Léoville Barton, St. Julien, 2018

A very elegant vintage and overall a very fine example of a Bordeaux quality wine

Intense garnet robe. The nose develops notes of balsamic, ink, and pencil lead. The wine is structured, balanced, and indulgent with a spicy touch and beautiful black fruit. It offers a powerful and dense sensation and a long finish.

Food Pairing: Roasted Lamb or Beef. 

Cellaring: Up to 2030

• Blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon ,23% Merlot and5% Cabernet Franc. 

STORY BEHIND THE WINE

Thomas Barton left his homeland of Ireland in 1722 and started a new life as a wine merchant in Bordeaux. His grandson inherited his passion for wine and acquired 50 hectares of vineyards in St Julien in 1826. This was the beginning of Leoville Barton, a prestigious wine estate. This second wine of Chateau Leoville Barton is made from younger vines making it more approachable than the Grand Vin!