Lush, powerful Saint-Julien from the Léoville family: blackcurrant, black cherry, cedar and sweet spice.
94+ Robert ParkerOpulent & powerful2nd Grand Cru ClasséCollector’s wine
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Château Léoville Poyferré (Cuvelier family) · Saint-Julien 2e Grand Cru Classé (Bordeaux, France) · Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc · 2017 · 17–18 °C · decant
Top Saint-Julien vintages: 2000 · 2005 · 2009 · 2010 · 2015 · 2016 · 2018 · 2019 · 2020 · 2022
Food pairing: Saddle of lamb, côte de bœuf, game.