{"product_id":"leoville-barton-2eme-grand-cru-classe-saint-julien-2009-1","title":"Leoville Barton 2ème Grand Cru Classé Saint-Julien, 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Léoville Barton 2009 is a classic Saint-Julien, offering the poise, depth, and longevity that have made this Second Growth one of Bordeaux’s most respected names. Built on a Cabernet Sauvignon-led blend with Merlot for added richness, it captures the elegance of Left Bank claret at an especially generous vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a deep garnet core with youthful ruby highlights edging toward a more mature Bordeaux profile. The nose is layered and refined, with blackcurrant, cassis, cedar, graphite, and subtle tobacco notes, alongside hints of dried herbs, dark chocolate, and warm spice as it opens.\n\nOn the palate, it is structured yet supple, combining ripe black fruit with fine-grained tannins, fresh acidity, and the hallmark Saint-Julien balance between power and finesse. The finish is long and composed, with savoury mineral tones and lingering fruit. Thanks to the quality of the 2009 vintage, this wine has excellent aging potential and can continue to develop nuance for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in Saint-Julien on Bordeaux’s Left Bank, the wine benefits from gravel-rich soils that drain well and encourage the deep rooting of Cabernet Sauvignon, the dominant grape in the blend. The estate’s vineyard management focuses on careful selection and traditional harvesting, with grapes picked to ensure optimal ripeness and balance. Vinification is carried out to preserve precision, concentration, and the estate’s signature classical style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an excellent match for roast lamb, beef tenderloin, venison, duck breast, or game dishes with earthy accompaniments such as mushrooms and truffle. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for at least 1–2 hours if drinking now, especially if the wine is still in a more youthful phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Léoville Barton is one of the most admired names in Saint-Julien and has remained in the Barton family for generations, giving it a rare continuity in Bordeaux. Classified as a Deuxième Grand Cru Classé in 1855, it has earned a strong reputation for producing traditional, classically styled wines with remarkable consistency and aging ability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leoville Barton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255010152785,"sku":"MS-15566","price":180.58,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/15566.png?v=1783455578","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/leoville-barton-2eme-grand-cru-classe-saint-julien-2009-1","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}