Chateau Leoville-Barton, Saint-Julien, 2006 so070825 NorthernRhoneOffer with harvest beginning in late

with harvest beginning in late August

where the limestone-rich soils create favorable conditions for Chardonnay

5 hectares across 75 plots—70% Pinot Noir

this is classical traditional Barolo drinking deep into its window

with a gentle sweetness that makes it an ideal gateway mezcal

Chateau Leoville-Barton, Saint-Julien, 2006 so070825 NorthernRhoneOffer with harvest beginning in lateThe Barton family has owned Loville Barton since 1826 Anthony Barton steered the Second Growth through its modern renaissance, and his daughter Lilian Barton Sartorius has taken the reins. The estate is famous for an old school, structured style that demands time, and 2006 was a classical, cooler feeling Saint Julien year that suits the house signature exactly. Composed of roughly 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, the wine is