1990 Chateau Leoville Barton 2eme Cru Classe, Saint-Julien 1x750ml

Vinous 90

The 1990 Leoville Barton does not have the same vigour as the Poyferre 90 and is hampered by a bit of brett. Tertiary in style, it offers scents of wild mint and light violet, though it needs more delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with soft tannins, very malleable in texture, harmonious with an old-school, slightly rustic finish. Fine. Tasted single blind at the 1990 Bordeaux dinner at Medlar. [Neal Martin, 01/12/2025]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2035

Robert Parker 93+

Believe it or not, the 1990 Leoville Barton can actually be drunk – something that cannot be said about the broodingly backward, still excruciatingly tannic 1982. The exceptionally concentrated 1990 reveals more polished, sweeter tannins along with a big, sweet kiss of black currant, forest floor, cedar, and spice box notes. While it still has some tannins to shed, this full-bodied, powerful, long wine is approachable. It should continue to evolve for another two decades. Release price: ($350.00/case) [Robert M. Parker, Jr., 30/06/2009]

Anticipated maturity: 2009-2029