Chateau Leoville Barton 2eme Cru Classe Saint Julien

Chateau Leoville Barton 2eme Cru Classe Saint Julien from France, Bordeaux, St-Julien by Chateau Leoville Barton Saint Julien (12 x 75 cl)

Chateau Leoville Barton 2eme Cru Classe Saint Julien from France, Bordeaux, St-Julien by Chateau Leoville Barton Saint Julien (12 x 75 cl)

Chateau Leoville Barton 2eme Cru Classe Saint Julien from France, Bordeaux, St-Julien by Chateau Leoville Barton St Julien Bordeaux (12 x 75 cl)

One of five St Julien second growth properties, in the 1855 classification, Chateau Leoville is referred to as a Super-Second, a chateau working at a quality level equal or approaching that of a first growth. Chateau Leoville Barton history can be traced back to 1722, when Irishman Thomas Barton left his native land for foreign shores, and subsequently settled in Bordeaux. Today, the estate is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon , the remainder Merlot and a little Cabernet Franc, reflecting the classic, Cabernet-dominated wine produced at Leoville Barton. Oak barrels are used in the 18 month ageing process with 50% new each year. Oak barrels are used in the 18 month ageing process with 50% new each year, then the wine is fined and filtered prior to bottling. Classic, elegant and restrained black fruit based nose, the soft and round palate is imbued with cassis character of the fruit. The soft richness is underpinned by a good structure of dry tannins and balanced acidity to provide the wine with a long finish. Available in Original Wooden Case. (12 x 75 cl)

Original wooden case

Chateau Leoville Barton 2eme Cru Classe Saint Julien from France, Bordeaux, St-Julien by Chateau Leoville-Barton (12 x 75 cl)

One of five St Julien second growth properties, in the 1855 classification, Chateau Leoville is referred to as a Super-Second. that is, a chateau working at a quality level equal or approaching that of a first growth. Chateau Leoville Barton history can be traced back to 1722, when Irishman Thomas Barton left his native land for foreign shores, and subsequently settled in Bordeaux. Today, the estate is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon , the remainder Merlot and a little Cabernet Franc, reflecting the classic, Cabernet-dominated wine produced at Leoville Barton. Oak barrels are used in the 18 month ageing process with 50% new each year, then the wine is fined and filtered prior to bottling. A nose highlighting mineral aromas, a concentrated palate of plum and blackberry with a long finish. Available in Original Wooden Case.

In 1826, the proprietor of Chateau Langoa, Hugh Barton, purchased a part of the Leoville estate. His part from there on became known as Leoville Barton. Six generations of Bartons have since followed and have continued to preserve the quality of the wine. In 1983 Anthony Barton, the present owner, was given the property by his uncle, Ronald Barton. Anthony Barton's daughter, Lilian Barton Sartorius, now helps her father in managing the estate. They maintain the traditional winemaking methods producing the familiar excellence and distinction of Saint-Julien. 20 months in barrel, including 50% new. "...the 1995 is an outstanding textbook St-Julien that will handsomely repay extended cellaring." Parker, 91. (12 x 75 cl)

One of five St Julien second growth properties, in the 1855 classification, Chateau Leoville is referred to as a Super-Second. that is, a chateau working at a quality level equal or approaching that of a first growth. Chateau Leoville-Barton was the Second of two estates bought by Hugh Barton in the 1820s, the other being Chateau Langoa-Barton. Since this time the Estates have remained with the family and today it is run by Anthony Barton and by his daughter Lillian. From one generetion to another the wines produced by the two properties have maintained the quality of their classification, offering wines at the very top of their appellation. The soil of St Julien is ideal for vines, due to its geographic situation and its climate; every element is present to produce wines of exceptional quality and elegance. The 45 ha estate of Chateaux Leoville Barton, along with the 15 ha Chateau Langoa-Barton have the great privilege of being in the very heart of this appellation. Both Chateaux's produce Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and a little Cabernet Franc grapes used in the blend of this wine. Both Chateaux use the same winery and adopt traditional methods when the wines are being made. Finally the wine is aged in oak in the cellars for 18 month with 50% new barrels each year, then the wine is fined and filtered prior to bottling. Medium to dark red colour and a nose of roasted plum, leather and nuts. Soft, lush and somewhat gamey in the mouth, the long finish has hints of green acidity with ripe tannins. Available in Original Wooden Case.