2009 Château Leoville Barton Saint-Julien, Bordeaux, France

ABOUT THIS WINE

The 2009 Château Léoville Barton is a remarkable vintage for this esteemed Saint-Julien estate, known for producing wines of exceptional depth and longevity. The grapes for this wine are sourced from the estate’s gravelly soils, which are ideal for cultivating high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. The 2009 vintage benefits from a warm growing season that resulted in fully ripe fruit with concentrated flavors. The wine is aged in French oak barrels for 18 months, which imparts additional complexity and structure. This Château Léoville Barton is known for its impressive aging potential, with the ability to develop further nuances over the next two decades. It pairs beautifully with hearty dishes such as beef Wellington, roasted lamb, and aged cheeses.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Château Léoville Barton is a historic estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, with a legacy dating back to the 18th century. The estate has been owned by the Barton family since 1826, and under their stewardship, it has become renowned for its consistently high-quality wines. The Barton family is known for their commitment to traditional winemaking practices and their emphasis on expressing the unique terroir of their vineyards. The estate’s vineyards are planted with a high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon, which contributes to the wine’s structure and aging potential. Château Léoville Barton is celebrated for producing wines that are both powerful and elegant, with a track record of excellence that has earned them a place among Bordeaux’s most respected producers.