Leoville Barton 2001
Leoville Barton 2001 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc (Saint-Julien, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork. Cheapest offer £130.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lascombes 2005 Chateau Lascombes · Bordeaux | £130.00 | |||
| Leoville Barton 1999 Chateau Leoville Barton · Bordeaux | £130.00 | |||
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| Bahans Haut Brion 2006 Château Haut Brion · Bordeaux | £125.00 |
Château Léoville Barton is a highly lauded Saint-Julien 2ème Cru Classé estate renowned for producing old-school wines that are intensely structured and often require extended cellaring before entering their prime drinking window. 2001 is a vintage that will forever live in the shadows of its illustrious predecessor but is a fine year in its own right. A blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Franc, this is a classic example middle-aged Saint-Julien with its charming notes of crème de cassis, tobacco, earth and pencil shavings.