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Château Léoville Barton
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Château Léoville Barton 2024 - Primeurs
Bordeaux - Saint-Julien - 2e Cru Classé - Red Wine - Primeurs 2024 Primeurs 2024 - Delivery from september 2027Available in
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CHÂTEAU léoville barton
Second Classified Growth
- Saint-Julien -
Owned by the Barton family since 1826, today Anthony Barton and his daughter Liliane manage it. The vineyard of 47Ha is in the heart of the city of Saint Julien Beychevelle. The wines of Château Léoville Barton are marked by the high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon (74%) for 23% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Franc. The wines are characteristic of the appellation Saint-Julien, well balanced, with bouquets and subtle aromas. The wines express themselves more by their delicate elegance than by their power or their concentration.
the technical sheet of Château Léoville barton
OWNER : Barton Family
MANAGING DIRECTOR: Antony Barton
OENOLOGIST: Eric Boissenot
WINE MAKER: François Bréhant
APPELLATION: Saint-Julien
VINEYARD AREA: 50 hectares
VINEYARD MANAGEMENT: Integrated farming
SOILS: Clayey gravel
AVERAGE AGE OF THE VINEYARD: about 38 years old
GRAPE VARIETIES: Cabernet-Sauvignon (77%), Merlot (20%), Cabernet Franc (3%)
HARVESTING: Manual
VINIFICATION: Thermo-regulated wooden vats
AGEING: In French oak barrels for 18 months
the history of CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE BARTON
The history of Château Léoville Barton dates back to the 18th century, when Thomas Barton, of Irish origin, settled in the Bordeaux region. It was Hugh Barton, a descendant of this family, who founded the estate in 1826.
Hugh Barton was a visionary man who recognized the exceptional viticultural potential of the Saint-Julien region. He acquired part of the Léoville estate, which at the time was a vast property divided into several parts. He decided to name his property "Château Léoville Barton" in his honor.
Under the direction of the Barton family, the estate quickly prospered. Hugh Barton and his descendants dedicated themselves to improving the quality of the wines and expanding the property. They progressively acquired new parcels of vines, which made it possible to enlarge the vineyard and consolidate the identity of Château Léoville Barton.
One of the most important figures in the history of the château is Ronald Barton, grandson of Hugh Barton, who took over the reins of the property in the 1920s. Despite the economic challenges of the interwar crisis and World War II, Ronald Barton managed to maintain the quality and reputation of the château's wines.
In 1983, Anthony Barton, representing the eighth generation of the Barton family, took over the management of Château Léoville Barton. Under his leadership, the estate experienced a new period of success and innovation. Anthony Barton modernized the facilities and invested in state-of-the-art technology to improve the vinification and maturation of the wines.
Today, Château Léoville Barton is managed by Lilian Barton-Sartorius, daughter of Anthony Barton, and her husband Michel Sartorius. The Barton family continues to perpetuate the tradition and know-how passed down from generation to generation, while adapting working methods to modern advances.
Château Léoville barton, the property
Located in the Saint-Julien appellation, on the left bank of the Gironde, the terroir of Château Léoville Barton has ideal geological and climatic characteristics for the cultivation of vines.
Located on one of the most beautiful gravelly hilltops in the Garonne, the soil of the region is mainly composed of gravel which favours excellent drainage. The efficient drainage of the soil also prevents water stagnation and reduces the risk of humidity-related diseases, thus promoting the health of the vines.
The climate of the region is oceanic, with a maritime influence due to the proximity of the Gironde estuary. This influence creates a microclimate that is beneficial for the maturation of the grapes. Summers are generally hot and sunny, while winters are mild. The temperature variations between day and night during the ripening period of the grapes favour the accumulation of aromas and the preservation of acidity, giving the wines a beautiful freshness and aromatic complexity.
The traditional Bordeaux grape varieties grown on the terroir of Château Léoville Barton are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Each grape variety brings its own contribution to the expression of the wines. The Cabernet Sauvignon, the dominant grape variety in the blend, gives structure, power and aromas of black currant and cedar. Merlot, on the other hand, brings roundness, fruitiness and a silky texture. The Cabernet Franc completes the blend with spicy notes and elegant tannins.
Thanks to this exceptional terroir, Château Léoville Barton produces wines of great finesse, with a beautiful structure and a remarkable capacity for ageing. The wines are distinguished by their balance, elegance and aromatic complexity, offering a palette of flavours ranging from black fruits to spices through nuances of tobacco and cedar.
the know-how of château léoville barton
During the harvest, the grapes are picked by hand and then taken to the vat room to be destemmed. The grapes are then placed on the optical sorting table and transferred to temperature-controlled wooden vats.
Fermentation lasts several days with two pump-overs per day to water the cap of the marc. Once the maceration is over, the wine is put into French oak barrels and will remain there for 18 months.
During the ageing process, several operations are carried out, such as topping up to keep the barrels full, racking by candlelight every three months and finally fining with egg white after 14 months of ageing. 45 days later, the teams proceed to a last racking called "sortie de colle".
At the end of the maturing process, the Barton family, the technical director and the oenologist meet to taste the different batches and blend the great wine. Finally, the wine is bottled in June at the property.
the cuvées of château Léoville barton
Château Léoville Barton offers two main cuvées that are recognized for their excellence and their faithful representation of the Saint-Julien terroir. These are Château Léoville Barton, the first wine, and Château Langoa Barton, the second wine.
Château Léoville Barton is the flagship of the estate. It is made from the best parcels of vines and represents the most accomplished expression of the Saint-Julien terroir. The blend is mainly composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, with a variable proportion of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, depending on the characteristics of the vintage. The grapes are carefully harvested by hand, rigorously sorted and vinified in the traditional way. The wine is then aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months, allowing it to develop its aromatic complexity and structure.
Château Langoa Barton is the second wine on the property. It is made from younger vines or selected plots that are not used for the main wine. However, it also benefits from particular know-how and attention during its production. The blend is dominated by Merlot, which brings a softer, more accessible approach to its youth. Chateau Langoa Barton offers aromas of ripe fruit, a balanced structure and fine tannins. It is also aged in oak barrels for an appropriate period before bottling.
These two wines reflect the quality and style of Château Léoville Barton. They offer a harmonious combination of power, elegance and balance, with well-integrated tannins and a great capacity for ageing. The wines of Château Léoville Barton are known for their ability to improve over time, gaining in complexity and depth over the years.