Chateau Leoville Poyferre 'Pavillon de Poyferre' 2018
- Vintage
- 2018
- Country
- France
- Region
- Bordeaux,St Julien
- Size
- 750ml
- Rating
- WS90
- Grape
- Bordeaux Blend
Ripe, with a solidly built core of plum and cassis pushed on the back end by melted licorice and bramble notes. There is a late hint of singed wood. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2029. - WS90
Second wine of Château Léoville Poyferré, it benefits from the same care as its big brother, both in the vineyard and in the cellars. Bursting with fruit, this bright, attractive wine is accessible in its youth. Enjoy it in anticipation of the finesse, elegance, and balance of the Grand Vin.
Due to a division of the large Leoville estate, Chateau Leoville Poyferre was created in 1840 and included as a Second Growth in the famous 1855 Classification. In 1920, the Cuvelier family purchased the estate and Didier Cuvelier has been in charge since 1979.
Major investments were made to bring out the best in the vineyards, and the cellars were also renovated. In 1994, noted consulting oenologist Michel Rolland began to offer his precious winemaking advice. The final blend is made after many careful tastings. Chateau Leoville Poyferre is aged in oak barrels, 75% of which are new every year. It is an extremely well-balanced wine with a great deal of finesse and excellent aging potential.