2017 Chateau Leoville Barton Louis Michel & Fils and structured

and structured

while grapes from vines on the Isola del Giglio have provided proof that Tuscany can be known for beautiful white wines as well

he chose a site in Monterey County that was to become the heart of the Arroyo Seco appellation

One of a handful of early pioneers

this wine is a groundbreaking blend of legendary Bordeaux "First Growth" winemaking expertise with the very best terroir in Argentina

2017 Chateau Leoville Barton Louis Michel & Fils and structuredWinemaker Notes The bewitching bouquet springs from the glass, releasing tasty notes of creme de cassis, lavender and cedar, while the nose also reveals fresh white flowers and a powerful minerality. Intense purple color with a bright nose of black fruit, graphite and toast. In a sublime burst of generosity and flavor, the wine coats the palate with its juicy texture and silky tannins. Meanwhile, discreet notes of oak underline the generous fruit.