Château Léoville-Poyferré 2008 - Grand Cru Classé
Rating: Robert Parker 94/100, RVF 17/20, Gault Millau 17/20
Château Léoville-Poyferré is the ultimate expression of a prodigious terroir; this Second Growth is unquestionably one of the most renowned wines of the Saint-Julien appellation. A must-have—seize the opportunity now!
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Eye
a beautiful garnet color, dense and deep
Nose
slightly reduced, then chocolate and cherry, and peony as well
Palate
A rich yet balanced profile, with refined tannins and a clean finish
Serve
decant at 17-18°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2032
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with a lamb navarin, a saddle of venison with black pepper, a roast with prunes, or even a cheese platter featuring Bleu d'Auvergne, Saint-Nectaire, Beaufort, and more...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide): 4* Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
The vineyard is situated in a prime location opposite the finest plots of Léoville-Las Cases and extending from those of Pichon-Longueville Baron. The wine perfectly reflects this location, consistently ranking among the most powerful, yet also the most complex and harmonious in the entire Médoc. A slightly higher percentage of Merlot than in the other two Léovilles contributes to its slightly rounder texture. Didier Cuvelier is semi-retired but, of course, continues to ensure the continuity of the excellence he has established. Pavillon-de-Poyferré, now the château’s true second wine, is improving, as is Moulin-Riche, which now comes from its own specific vineyard block, much like Clos-du-Marquis in relation to Léoville’s grand vin.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2020 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
Like the other two wines produced by the former Léoville estate, Poyferré—named after the Count of Poyferré, a member of a noble family from Armagnac who inherited the vineyard through his wife during the division—benefits from a prime terroir. This 80-hectare estate spans the entire commune of Saint-Julien: to the east, near the Gironde, brown gravel and pebbles; to the west, black sand. These assets have been highlighted since 1979 by Didier Cuvelier, whose family—former wine merchants in Lille—acquired the property in 1920.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2020 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, belong in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
Since the late 1970s and the arrival of Didier Cuvelier, this Second Growth has been completely renovated. Many plots have been replanted and the winemaking facilities modernized. The vines are now of a respectable age, and the estate is in the race for excellence within an appellation that is well-stocked with challengers. The wines possess a vitality and richness that now place them at the top of the appellation. The terroir gives Poyferré’s wine its deep color, its full-bodied yet lively texture, its broad, spicy bouquet, and its aging potential.
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