La Réserve de Léoville Barton

In the glass

Aroma: blackberry, ripe plum, vanilla oak, cassis, light spice

Palate: red berry fruit, gentle tannins, fresh acidity, supple mid-palate

An elegant and approachable expression of Saint-Julien from younger vines, with a higher Merlot proportion giving early accessibility and soft ripe fruit.

What it pairs with

• Roast chicken with jus
  The wine's supple tannins and ripe fruit complement the mild richness of roasted poultry.
• Beef burger with aged cheddar
  Fruit-forward approachability and gentle grip make this a natural match for a well-made burger.
• Grilled pork tenderloin with cherry sauce
  Sweet cherry echoes the wine's red-fruit profile; pork fat is balanced by fresh acidity.

History

The second wine of Château Léoville Barton, sourced from younger vines and plots not selected for the grand vin. A higher proportion of Merlot than the grand vin ensures more immediate drinkability while retaining the hallmark Barton elegance.

1. 1990 — La Réserve de Léoville Barton introduced as the estate's second wine

Facts

Producer

Château Léoville Barton

Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon (58%), Merlot (39%), Cabernet Franc (3%)

Classification

Saint-Julien AOC

Oak

16-18 months in French oak barrels, 60% new

ABV

13.0%

Price

€30-55 at retail

Drinking window

5-15 from vintage

First vintage

1990

Scores

• Vinous 90 (2023 vintage, reviewed 2024)

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