2018 Château Léoville Poyferré Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé

The 2018 Léoville Poyferré has a deep, opaque purple-black colour and opens lushly with layered aromas of black cherry liqueur, cassis, ripe blackberries and blue plums. The nose develops with notes of violets, dark chocolate, pencil shavings, espresso and liquorice, subtly interwoven with nuances of bay leaf and exotic spices. On the palate, the wine is full, powerful and silky, with a ripe tannic structure that is perfectly integrated into the lush texture. The concentration is impressive, with a core of dark fruit and fresh acidity that provide balance. The finish is long and layered, with notes of graphite, cocoa and black tea.

In the heart of the Médoc, Château Léoville Poyferré has always been one of the most prestigious wine estates. It was once part of the legendary Léoville estate, which was split into three separate châteaux by succession and historical events. In 1865, Léoville Poyferré came into the hands of the bankers Baron d'Erlanger and Armand Lalande, who modernised the estate but also had to deal with the devastating phylloxera epidemic. Since the early 1920s, the château has been owned by the Cuvelier family, who have made major investments in the vineyard and cellar since the 1980s. Thanks to this dedication, Léoville Poyferré is now one of the absolute top estates in Saint-Julien and the wider Médoc.

FACT: In the Tab: Attachment you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will automatically send it to you when you order this wine. It is worth mentioning that we buy the wines directly and never through intermediaries because then we do not know which journeys the wine has made and how it has been treated. The wines come from the cellars of the Chateau directly to our conditioned Warehouse in Dordrecht where all our wines are stored. If you come and collect them, you will often also receive a nice discount.

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1. Grilled Ribeye with Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Jus
   The wine's full body and tannic structure complement the fat and juiciness of the ribeye, while the rosemary enhances the wine's herbal elements.

2. Beef stew with carrot, parsnip and red wine sauce
   The long-braised flavours harmonise with the depth of the fruit and the developed aromas of the wine, while the soft structure of the meat reflects the wine's texture.

3. Mushroom lasagna with béchamel sauce, thyme and Parmesan cheese
   The earthy umami of the mushrooms complements the dark fruit aromas of the wine, and the creaminess of the sauce contrasts nicely with the freshness and structure.

4. Rack of lamb with a crust of black olives, garlic and Provencal herbs
   The spicy crust and intensity of the lamb complement the layering of the wine, while the olives and herbs add a Mediterranean accent that lifts the complexity of the glass.

5. Roasted beetroot and goat cheese ravioli with hazelnut butter and tarragon
   The subtle sweetness of the beetroot and the earthiness of the hazelnut bring out the floral character of the wine, while the freshness balances the creaminess of the cheese.

6. Oxtail broth with truffle gnocchi and mushrooms
   Deep, concentrated flavours and the combination of truffle and mushroom create a luxurious whole in which the wine can fully demonstrate its layering and length.