Chateau Leoville Poyferre 2006

Description

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Robert Parker (91)

Dense ruby/purple, with sweet blackberry and black currant fruit with hints of smoke, espresso roast, and new saddle leather, this is another impressively endowed but tannic, backward style of wine. The concentration, brightness, and depth are all present, but I can’t see it being even approachable in less than 5-7 years. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2028.

Winespectator (90)

Blackberry, licorice and blueberry aromas lead to a medium- to full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a clean finish. Firm and attractive.

Rene Gabriel (18)

Very dark, rich purple-lilac, ruby ​​rim. A still restrained bouquet, with plenty of cherry tones, lilac, and floral notes, with a wonderful, profound terroir spice underneath. An elegant palate, the tannins are extremely fine, as with many great 2006s, showing power and length. A great St. Julien, close to 19/20!

Wine Enthusiast (93)

Beautifully dense, this generous, rich wine combines great fruit with a firm but sweet structure. The new wood element is still prominent, but this is now beginning to blend well with the ripe fruit. To finish, the tannins reassert themselves.