2017 Chateau Leoville Poyferre 2. Cru

France / Bordeaux / Medoc / Haut-Medoc / Saint-Julien 2. Cru Rouge

2017 Château Léoville Poyferré 2nd Grand Cru Classé: As the devastating effects of frosts have a serious impact on the viticultural landscape of Bordeaux, Saint-Julien can give thanks to Saint Vincent, patron Saint of the vineyard workers. Blessed by his protection from the worst of the exceptional frosts and safeguarded for the duration of the vintage. 2017, not too dissimilar to its companions of misfortune in sevens, started off on the wrong foot. A very dry winter and late severe spring frosts were then turned around with a warm pleasant summer. This beautiful weather coupled with our unique terroir really raised the bar for our 2017 vintage. The result is a wine that is dense, marked with an exquisite aromatic expression, all wrapped in a vintage with surprising cellaring potential.
 
Blend:
67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot.

Ratings:
The Wine Cellar Insider/Jeff Leve: 97/100.
James Suckling: 95-96/100.
Decanter/Jane Anson: 95/100.
La Revue du Vin de France: 18.5/20.
Bettane & Desseauve: 17.5/20.
 
Château Léoville Poyferré is committed to its impact on the environment. As a testament to their engagement, they joined a voluntary collective initiative that is particular to the wines of Bordeaux called an Environmental Management System (SME)* in 2016.
Château Léoville Poyferré is also certified HVE Level 3** since the 2017 vintage.