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Château Léoville Barton is a Second Growth estate in Saint-Julien, renowned for its elegance, structure, and ageing potential. Its 50-hectare vineyard sits on prime gravel soils facing the Gironde, offering a textbook expression of Cabernet Sauvignon and the finesse of the Médoc.
The Barton family's legacy spans ten generations, with Lilian Barton and her children continuing the stewardship of three Left Bank estates: Léoville Barton, Langoa Barton, and Mauvesin Barton. Their wines reflect centuries of family passion that has made the Barton name iconic in Bordeaux.
En Primeur Offer - Secure Bordeaux’s most sought-after wines before they’re bottled. This exclusive pre-release offers early access to top estates at often favourable pricing. Wines are expected to land in New Zealand by late 2028
Delivery Late 2028
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Description
Chateau Leoville Barton 2025 captures the quintessential elegance and powerful structure that define this esteemed Saint-Julien Second Growth estate. Situated on 50 hectares of prime gravel soils along the Gironde estuary, the vineyard produces a wine that perfectly exemplifies the classic expression of Cabernet Sauvignon, delivering the finesse and complexity that the Médoc region is celebrated for.
With a distinguished winemaking heritage spanning ten generations, the Barton family maintains rigorous standards of craftsmanship under the leadership of Lilian Barton and her children. Together, they oversee Château Léoville Barton as well as its sister estates, Langoa Barton and Mauvesin Barton. The 2025 vintage promises a wine of extraordinary precision, embodying tradition, meticulous care, and exceptional ageing potential.
This en primeur release offers a rare chance to acquire one of Bordeaux’s most coveted wines before bottling, often at an advantageous price point. Expected to arrive in New Zealand by late 2028, this wine promises to reward collectors with a poised structure, deep blackberry and cassis aromas, supple yet refined tannins, and a subtle mineral backbone typical of the Left Bank terroir.
Renowned for its balance, concentration, and ageing capability, Chateau Leoville Barton 2025 will develop layered complexity over time, making it a worthy investment for those seeking enduring quality from an iconic Bordeaux estate. This remarkable vintage stands as a testament to the legacy of the Médoc, combining rich fruit intensity with elegant sophistication.
Key Features:
- Second Growth estate in Saint-Julien, known for elegance, robust structure, and remarkable ageing potential.
- 50 hectares of premium gravel soils facing the Gironde estuary, offering a classic Médoc Cabernet Sauvignon profile.
- Ten generations of the Barton family stewardship, preserving the heritage and excellence of Léoville Barton, Langoa Barton, and Mauvesin Barton.
- Exclusive en primeur offer provides early access to Bordeaux’s finest wines, with delivery anticipated in late 2028.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal
Palate:Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite
Food Pairings:
Pork
Red Meat
Description
Chateau Leoville Barton 2025 captures the quintessential elegance and powerful structure that define this esteemed Saint-Julien Second Growth estate. Situated on 50 hectares of prime gravel soils along the Gironde estuary, the vineyard produces a wine that perfectly exemplifies the classic expression of Cabernet Sauvignon, delivering the finesse and complexity that the Médoc region is celebrated for.
With a distinguished winemaking heritage spanning ten generations, the Barton family maintains rigorous standards of craftsmanship under the leadership of Lilian Barton and her children. Together, they oversee Château Léoville Barton as well as its sister estates, Langoa Barton and Mauvesin Barton. The 2025 vintage promises a wine of extraordinary precision, embodying tradition, meticulous care, and exceptional ageing potential.
This en primeur release offers a rare chance to acquire one of Bordeaux’s most coveted wines before bottling, often at an advantageous price point. Expected to arrive in New Zealand by late 2028, this wine promises to reward collectors with a poised structure, deep blackberry and cassis aromas, supple yet refined tannins, and a subtle mineral backbone typical of the Left Bank terroir.
Renowned for its balance, concentration, and ageing capability, Chateau Leoville Barton 2025 will develop layered complexity over time, making it a worthy investment for those seeking enduring quality from an iconic Bordeaux estate. This remarkable vintage stands as a testament to the legacy of the Médoc, combining rich fruit intensity with elegant sophistication.
Key Features:
- Second Growth estate in Saint-Julien, known for elegance, robust structure, and remarkable ageing potential.
- 50 hectares of premium gravel soils facing the Gironde estuary, offering a classic Médoc Cabernet Sauvignon profile.
- Ten generations of the Barton family stewardship, preserving the heritage and excellence of Léoville Barton, Langoa Barton, and Mauvesin Barton.
- Exclusive en primeur offer provides early access to Bordeaux’s finest wines, with delivery anticipated in late 2028.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal
Palate:
Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite
Food Pairings:
Pork
Red Meat
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal
Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite
Pork
Red Meat