Leoville Barton 2020 is an iconic Grand Cru Classé from Bordeaux, Saint-Julien. Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, it captivates with black fruit and cedar aromas, and a structured palate with fine tannins and great persistence. Aged in barriques.
France - Bordeaux, Saint-Julien Still red wine, Grand Cru Classé (1855) Cabernet Sauvignon (dominant), Merlot, Cabernet Franc
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Colour
Intense ruby red, almost garnet with age.
Bouquet
Black fruits, cedar, tobacco, spices, graphite, mineral and complex notes.
Taste
Structured, fine and elegant tannins, fresh, persistent, with dark fruit flavours and tertiary notes.
Alcohol content
13.5% Vol.
Type of glass
Large Bordeaux glass, wide bowl.
Pairings
Grilled or roasted red meats, game, aged cheeses, rich and flavourful dishes.
Refinement
18-20 months in French oak barriques (50-60% new) to develop complexity and structure.
Vinification
Fermentation in stainless steel vats, long maceration, then aging in oak barriques.