Chateau Leoville Barton 1988

Classification	Dèuxieme Cru Classé
Type	Red
Brand	Chateau Leoville Barton
Vintage	1988
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux, St. Julien
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Slightly bin stained
Drinkable	-2020
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (89)

Like several other 1988s, this wine’s rather hard, unyielding, early style has given way to a classically structured Bordeaux with a very youthful color (younger than the 1989), deep, earthy, cassis fruit intermixed with wood, smoke, mineral, and a hint of roasted herbs. The wine has excellent depth, medium to full body, moderate tannin, and a very youthful, vigorous feel. It is approachable, but seems destined to outlive the more renowned and expensive 1989. Somewhat of a sleeper of the vintage.

Winespectator (93)

Shows plenty of mint, currant and mineral character on the nose. Full-bodied, with big and soft tannins. Plenty of mushroom, berry and fruity character. Opulent and beautiful.

Rene Gabriel (17)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 17/20 points.