CRITIC REVIEWS
Richard Hemming MW
Fleshy and expressive oak, bitter coffee character – really delicious and fragrant. Meaty too. Loads to get your teeth into here – including the chewy tannins. Gorgeous sandalwood finish. Superb. (RH)
Neal Martin
Tasted blind at the Southwold Bordeaux 2010 tasting. The Leoville-Barton 2010 has a very impressive, very showy bouquet with mineral-driven black fruit mixed with hints of liquorice and cigar box that unfolds with every passing moment in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with a fleshy ripe but structured opening. The acidity is very well judged with a fine line of acidity, real depth and flavour here with a long, light peppery finish. Excellent - an accomplished Saint Julien from Anthony Barton and his team. Tasted January 2014.