Château Léoville Barton 2011
Product Information
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Grape Variety 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc
Vintage 2011
ABV 13%
Experience the elegance and complexity of Château Léoville Barton 2011, a Grand Cru Classé from Saint-Julien, crafted during a uniquely expressive vintage. This classic Left Bank Bordeaux red wine delivers exceptional structure, refined tannins, and ageing potential, making it a must-have for fine wine collectors and connoisseurs alike.
2011 Vintage Overview – A Year of Contrast and Character
The 2011 Bordeaux vintage was shaped by a dry winter and an early spring heatwave, leading to an accelerated growing season. April through June brought high temperatures and drought-like conditions, followed by a more traditional Atlantic summer. These shifts created ideal conditions for concentrated fruit and balanced ripening.
• Early budding and flowering due to warm spring weather
• Summer cooling slowed ripening, extending the growth cycle.
• This vintage produced wines with refined structure and vibrant fruit expression.
Vineyard & Terroir
Grown on 50 hectares in the heart of Saint-Julien, Château Léoville Barton benefits from its gravelly soils and proximity to the Gironde River. These natural conditions foster optimal drainage and consistent vine health throughout the year.
• Soil: Gravel topsoil with clay subsoil
• Grape varieties: 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc
• Average vine age: 30 years
Winemaking & Ageing
The winemaking process at Château Léoville Barton reflects a commitment to tradition and quality. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats, followed by extended maceration and barrel ageing.
• Fermentation: In 35 stainless steel vats of varying sizes
• Maceration: 3–4 weeks
• Oak ageing: 16–18 months in 75% new French oak barrels
• Cellar temperature: Constantly maintained at 15°C.
Tasting Notes
The 2011 Château Léoville Barton displays a deep garnet colour with aromas of blackcurrant, cedar, tobacco, and earthy notes. On the palate, it offers firm tannins, vibrant acidity, and a core of dark fruit that lingers through a long, structured finish.
Food Pairing Suggestions
• Grilled ribeye or roast lamb
• Duck confit or cassoulet.
• Aged cheeses like Comté
Why Buy Château Léoville Barton 2011?
Whether you are building a cellar or looking for a standout bottle for a special occasion, Château Léoville Barton 2011 is a benchmark Saint-Julien Bordeaux wine that showcases the excellence of the vintage and estate.
Discover Château Léoville Barton – a Premier Saint-Julien Bordeaux red wine crafted by the Barton family for nearly 200 years.
Unlike many classified growths, Château Léoville Barton does not feature a château building. Instead, winemaking takes place at its sister estate, Château Langoa Barton. Today, the 8th and 9th generations, Lilian and Damien Barton carry forward the legacy of the late Anthony Barton, whose leadership elevated the estate to one of Saint-Julien’s finest.
Vineyard & Terroir
Located in the prestigious Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux’s Left Bank, the 48-hectare vineyard grows on gravelly-clay soils ideal for structured, age-worthy reds. The vineyard is planted with:
• 72% Cabernet Sauvignon
• 20% Merlot
• 8% Cabernet Franc
This classic blend produces full-bodied Bordeaux wine with excellent ageing potential, complexity, and finesse.
Winemaking & Ageing
Château Léoville Barton is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, with 50% new oak contributing added structure and subtle spice. Young vintages of this Grand Cru Classé red wine offer firm tannins and rich fruit. With cellar ageing, the wine evolves to reveal iconic Saint-Julien characteristics, aromas of cedarwood, graphite, blackcurrant, and cassis.
Whether you are adding to a fine wine collection or selecting a vintage Bordeaux red wine for a special occasion, Léoville Barton is a benchmark of quality, elegance, and tradition.
