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68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot. 18–20 months in French oak, 80% new. Malo in barrel. pH 3.6.
Lots of Cabernet Sauvignon this year and no Cabernet Franc. The most evolved in colour of all the wines so far, not surprisingly, with quite a bit of brick and rather smudgy. Hedonistic mature aromas of forest floor and leather, with sweet spice. Senescent fruit but still so full of gorgeous aromas. Dry tannic finesse, great freshness and still has upright purity as well as great length. Mature but full of life and depth of fruit. Grainy but rounded texture. Big but not brash. (JH) 18 Points, JancisRobinson.com

Chateau Leoville Poyferre Saint-Julien (Grand Cru Classe) 2005

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Type: Fine WineRed Wine
Style: Savoury and Classic Red
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Vintage: 2005
ABV: 14
Size: 75cl
Vegan: Not certified

Chateau Leoville Poyferre

The history of Léoville dates back to 1638 when a nobleman owned a vineyards atop a gravel ridge. Château Léoville Poyferré was established in 1840 when Baron Jean-Marie de Poyferré added his name to Léoville. Located in the prestigious appellation of Saint-Julien, Château Léoville Poyferré was consecrated Second Grand Cru Classé in 1855. The estate was purchased by the Cuvelier family in 1920 and has remained in their care ever since.

Bordeaux

Bordeaux, one of the most prestigious wine regions in the world, is located in southwestern France and is celebrated for its exceptional wines. It benefits from a temperate maritime climate, influenced by the nearby Atlantic Ocean, providing ideal conditions for viticulture. It is particularly renowned for its red wines, primarily blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, offering rich, complex flavours and excellent ageing potential. Notable sub-regions include Médoc, Saint-Émilion, and Pomerol. Bordeaux also produces exquisite white wines, both dry, from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, and sweet, from the Sauternes and Barsac areas. The region's unique terroir, combined with centuries-old winemaking traditions, results in wines of unparalleled quality and distinction. Bordeaux remains a must-visit destination for wine enthusiasts seeking world-class wines and a rich viticultural heritage.