Chateau Leoville Barton

1Chateau Leoville-Barton is a Second Growth Grand Cru of Bordeaux but frequently referred to as a 'Super Second' owing to its exciting and scintillating nature. By offering a combination of remarkably good quality and great value; the property has earned its place in the hearts of many claret drinkers throughout the world. The wines of the Barton family are held in extremely high regard by the press, the trade and consumers alike, and the wines include those of sister property Chateau Langoa-Barton, however Chateau Leoville-Barton specifically, exists in a unique place.

Anthony Barton took over the family business in 1986 and has since been producing exquisite wines in perfect St-Julien style; Cabernet Sauvignon dominated (72%) with the rest Merlot (20%) and Cabernet Franc (8%). Leoville-Barton is tannic and austere in youth, but with time develops cedary character with intense blackcurrant and cassis fruit notes. 10-15yrs bottle ageing is the optimum period in order for these wines to show their best.