This Château is always one of the best selling wines, due to its consistent high quality and the long standing commitment by the Barton family to maintain a sensible pricing policy. The vineyards are intensely planted with 9,100 vines per ha. Aged for 18 months in 60% new oak, this is a balanced and impressive claret, very much in the Leoville style.
This is a blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Franc, offering an attractive nose of vibrant red fruit balsamic, and pencil lead. On the palate, it is structured and well-balanced, with a delightful combination of spicy notes and beautiful black fruit flavours. The wine has a powerful, dense character, yet remains elegant and refined, with a touch of cedar from the French oak aging. Medium-bodied, gentle spice, and smooth tannins, delivering a fine balance between richness and freshness, with impressive length and a silky texture.