Leoville Barton other_regions frangipane and white flower-scented bouquet

frangipane and white flower-scented bouquet with subtle nougat scents in the background lending it an exotic edge

making this estate the biggest landowner in Vignarionda

The nose is in almost the exact same state as the straight cuvée with its reductive and floral aromas

the capital of Rioja Alta

A terrific ’03

Leoville Barton other_regions frangipane and white flower-scented bouquetThis young, primary wine, expresses an elegant style of Leoville Barton. Blackberry, cassis, earth and tobacco scents open up what seems like an early maturing wine for this chateau. The tannins have more softeners and polish that I usually detect in their wine. Give it another couple of years to develop complexities.