2020 Chateau Leoville Barton Saint-Julien

2nd Growth Classified Château "The Wine Shows Both Elegance & Great Richness" ~97-99 WE "Built for The Cellar" ~Wine Spectator 97 Point "Exceptional" Vintage ~ Vinous Free Shipping on 6 or More Bottles About the Wine Château Léoville Barton dates back almost 200 years of Bordeaux history. Classified as a 2nd Grand Cru Classé in 1855, this legendary estate resides in the prestigious terroir of Saint Julien, nestled within the enchanting Médoc region.  After the French Revolution, Hugh Barton, an Irish merchant of Bordeaux wines, fulfilled his lifelong dream of becoming a Bordeaux owner. In 1821, he acquired the vineyards of the "Langoa" estate, renaming it "Château Langoa Barton." Drawn to the captivating architecture, elegant façade, and harmonious proportions, Hugh Barton fell in love with the building long before the famous 1855 classification.  In 1826, Hugh Barton seized the opportunity to purchase a quarter of the former Léoville estate. The domain had faced its collapse d