Château Léoville Barton
Saint-Julien
In 1826, Hugh Barton, owner of Château Langoa Barton, purchased part of the vineyards of the Léoville estate, which was then renamed “Léoville Barton“.
A STORY
In few words
The quality of the estate’s wines was acknowledged in the famous 1855 classification, when it was listed as a second growth. The estate is still owned by the Barton family who believe very much in the importance of the terroir. Together, they produce signature Saint-Julien wines with superb finesse, balance, and long-lasting freshness.
Twice in the history of the Bartons, one of the family members has been forced to flee from France: in 1793 Hugh returned to Ireland during the French Revolution, and later, Ronald had to temporarily abandon the château in 1940. He returned in 1945 to produce a legendary vintage.
Today, Lilian Barton Sartorius represents the ninth generation of Bordeaux winegrowers and the oldest family to still own a great growth estate.
At the head
The Château Manager
Lilian BARTON SARTORIUS
President
Mélanie BARTON SARTORIUS
General Director
THE CHATEAU
Key numbers
Surface
50 ha
Production
180,000 bottles
Geology
Gravel on a clay subsoil
Grape Varieties
77 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 20 % Merlot, 3 % Cabernet Franc
Ageing
18 months in French oak barrels
New barrels: 60%
Second wine
La réserve de Léoville Barton
Contact
Château Léoville Barton
33250 Saint-Julien-Beychevelle
