Reserve de Léoville Barton 2018

Reserve de Léoville Barton 2018

Red Wine from Saint Julien, Bordeaux, France

$90.00

Size: 750 ml

Vintage: 2018

ABV: 13.5%

Producer: Chateau Léoville Barton
As the second wine of the renowned Château Léoville Barton, the 2018 La Réserve offers an accessible, high-quality expression of the estate's terroir in Saint-Julien. Crafted from younger vines and selected parcels, it combines concentration and charm with the classic elegance of a fine Bordeaux. The 2018 vintage is particularly appealing for its powerful structure, dense fruit, and spicy complexity, making it enjoyable in its youth or with short-term aging.

Profile:

Color: An intense, deep, and brilliant garnet.

Nose: Opulent and complex, offering aromas of balsamic, ink, and graphite, with notes of spicy, roasted red and black fruits, and a touch of strawberry jam.

Palate: The palate is full-bodied and balanced, with a powerful structure and velvety texture. It features beautiful black fruit flavors, spicy notes, and elegant, integrated tannins that provide a long and refined mouthfeel.

Finish: The finish is long and persistent, with delicate notes of vanilla and cherry lingering with a touch of cedar.

Food Pairing: Pairs well with grilled steaks, roast lamb, duck breast, rich game dishes, and hard cheeses like Comté, Gruyère, or aged cheddar.

How It Was Made:

Vinification: Traditional Bordeaux winemaking, with fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks.

Aging: Aged for 12-14 months in French oak barrels (approximately 30-40% new oak) to enhance complexity and integrate flavors.