{"product_id":"2006-chateau-leoville-barton-2eme-cru-classe-saint-julien","title":"2006 Château Léoville Barton | 2ème Cru Classé | Saint-Julien","description":"\u003ch1\u003e2006 Château Léoville Barton | 2ème Cru Classé | Saint-Julien\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Léoville Barton 2006\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic mature Bordeaux from one of Saint-Julien's most celebrated estates. Classified as a \u003cstrong\u003eSecond Growth (2ème Cru Classé)\u003c\/strong\u003e in the historic 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Léoville Barton is renowned for producing structured, Cabernet Sauvignon-led wines with exceptional ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow with two decades of bottle age, the 2006 vintage is entering a superb stage of maturity, combining concentrated black fruit with the cedar, tobacco, spice and savoury complexity expected from beautifully aged Left Bank Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complex aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry and dark cherry develop into notes of cedar, tobacco, dried herbs, graphite and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to full-bodied with excellent structure and balance. Cassis and dark berry fruit sit alongside cedar, liquorice, earthy notes and fine mineral character. The tannins have softened with age while retaining enough grip to give the wine impressive definition and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, refined and classically Saint-Julien, with lingering dark fruit, cedar, tobacco and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChâteau Léoville Barton\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Léoville Barton is one of the great names of \u003cstrong\u003eSaint-Julien\u003c\/strong\u003e on Bordeaux's Left Bank. The estate was classified as a \u003cstrong\u003eDeuxième Cru Classé – Second Growth – in 1855\u003c\/strong\u003e and has been associated with the Barton family since the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLéoville Barton has built its reputation on producing traditional, age-worthy claret, typically dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon. Its wines are known for their structure, freshness, precision and ability to develop remarkable complexity with extended bottle ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 2006 Vintage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2006 Château Léoville Barton is a blend of \u003cstrong\u003e78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt 12.5% ABV, this is a fine example of traditionally proportioned Bordeaux: concentrated and structured without excessive alcohol. After two decades of maturation, the wine is drinking beautifully now while well-stored bottles retain the structure and freshness to continue developing for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA superb wine for classic dishes including roast beef, rib of beef, roast lamb, venison and other game. It also pairs beautifully with beef Wellington, slow-cooked beef dishes, mushrooms and mature hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best experience, stand the bottle upright before opening to allow any natural sediment to settle. Careful decanting before serving is recommended for a mature Bordeaux of this age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château Léoville Barton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bordeaux\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saint-Julien\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2ème Cru Classé \/ Second Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry Red Wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75cl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuy \u003cstrong\u003e2006 Château Léoville Barton 2ème Cru Classé\u003c\/strong\u003e online from \u003cstrong\u003eThe Strong Water Co.\u003c\/strong\u003e, independent wine merchants in Royal Deeside, Scotland. 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