Chateau Leoville Barton 2015
The Wine
17.5/20 Jancis Robinson MW 'Tasted blind. Blackish crimson. Polished and cool and smooth. Great job of tannin management! Very noble. But not the most concentrated
Drink 2024-2044'
96 Pts Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, The Wine Independent 'The 2015 Leoville Barton has a medium to deep garnet color. It is a little shut down and reluctant to play, eventually offering scents of baked blackberries, blackcurrant cordial, and cedar chest, followed by hints of crushed rocks and smoked meats. The medium-bodied palate is tightly wound with bright, energetic fruit and compelling freshness, supported by ripe, grainy tannins, finishing long and lifted.'
96 Pts Neal Marton, vinous.com 'The 2015 Léoville Barton has one of the richest bouquets in the appellation, boasting almost ostentatious blackberry, raspberry and bilberry scents on the nose, suffused with crushed limestone and light graphite aromas. The medium-bodied palate is taut and crisp, delivering a fine bead of acidity and freshness from beginning to end. Mainly black fruit here, with suggestions of leather and mocha toward the finish. Superb.'
The Details
Variety - Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Country - France
Region - Bordeaux
Sub Region - Saint Julien
Extra - Cork
Year - 2015
Volume - 750ml
About the Wine Maker 
Originating from the Saint Julien appellation in Bordeaux, Château Léoville Barton has been a family-run estate since 1826. The renowned Anthony Barton elevated the estate to new heights in the latter half of the 20th century, with his daughter Lilian taking over in recent years
As a high-quality Second Growth, Château Léoville Barton is celebrated for producing traditionally-styled wines that are intensely structured and often require extended cellaring to reach their optimal drinking window. The estate also produces an excellent second wine, La Réserve de Léoville Barton, a red wine made from younger vines. The vineyard spans 51 hectares, planted with 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, and 3% Cabernet Franc.
