2000 Leoville-Poyferre Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JD 97 WA 97 JL 96 JA 95 NM 95 WS 95 JS 93 TWI 93 DC 92 VN 92
JD 97

jebdunnuck.com, February 2018

Absolutely knockout stuff, the 2000 Léoville Poyferré is a sexy, layered, totally irresistible Bordeaux that’s firing on all cylinders today. Sporting a deep ruby/purple color and blockbuster notes of blackcurrants, lead...
WA 97

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, June 2010

The plushest, most ostentatious and dramatic of all the Leovilles in 2000, this wine is already sumptuous, displaying some nuances in its huge nose of vanilla bean, black chocolate, jammy black cherries, cassis, and...
JL 96

TheWineCellarInsider.com, March 2022

A quick splash decant was all this beauty needed to discover its rich, ripe, full-bodied, concentrated and ready to go character. The wine is supple, deep, dark and as I mentioned, for a 2000, it’s delivering a lot of...
JA 95

janeanson.com, July 2021

Olive tapenade, leather, black tea, liquorice, alongside ripe blackberry fruits that remain generous at 21 years old. There are plenty of fine but firm tannins and after a stubborn start the vintage is finally starting to...
NM 95

Neal Martin's Wine Journal, September 2010

Tasted blind at Bordeaux Index’s 2000 tasting in London. A sensuous, ripe, harmonious bouquet soars seductively from the glass; red-berried fruit, leather, scorched earth, orange peel and a touch of marmalade. Very good...
WS 95

Wine Spectator, January 2016

Pure and focused, with some still-primal blueberry reduction and plum sauce flavors at first, moving to hints of black currant and fig paste. As this moves along, it shows more development, picking up bay, smoldering...
JS 93

jamessuckling.com, May 2012

This has spices, meat, dark and ripe fruits, and a light sultana character. Full-bodied, tight and firm with a beautiful freshness and great length with notes of licorice and citrus skin. Fascinating stuff. Leave this...
TWI 93

The Wine Independent, June 2022

Medium garnet-brick in color, the 2000 Leoville Poyferre rocks up with bold notions of cigar box, baked cherries, dried mulberries, and creme de cassis with hints of eucalyptus, Chinese five spice, sandalwood, and...
DC 92

Decanter, June 2018

This wine is clearly the product of an extremely generous and successful vintage. Even if the following year is where I might go for finesse and staying power, the beauty of the 2000 is instead found in the fullness of...
VN 92

Vinous, September 2022

The 2000 Léoville-Poyferré was poured blind at Medlar restaurant, though it was pretty easy to single out. This bottle is slightly higher-toned than the previous, black fruit, melted tar and a touch of roasted chestnut...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region St Julien
Vintage 2000
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13%
Closure Cork

With origins dating back to 1638, Saint Julien's expansive Leoville estate was the largest vineyard in all the Medoc at the time of the French Revolution. After various successions and changes, the estate was eventually divided into the three Leoville properties we know today: Leoville-Las-Cases, Leoville-Barton, and Leoville-Poyferre, established in 1840. The outstanding quality of Leoville Poyferre wines gained early recognition when it was ranked second growth in the 1855 Classification.

The various divisions throughout the history of the estate have split the vineyards of Leoville-Poyferre into five large areas. They include all the main types of gravely, well-drained soils present in Saint Julien and a balanced environment for the vines. This diversity contributes to the wines magnitude and complexity.

Chateau Leoville-Poyferre was most recently acquired in 1920 by the Cuvelier family. Didier Cuvelier has presided over the destiny of this gem since 1979. Chateau Moulin-Riche (from a specific terroir) and Pavillon de Leoville-Poyferre (from younger plots of vines) are also produced at the estate.

Chateau Leoville-Poyferre is elegant, finely balanced and complex with intense color, velvety texture and excellent aging potential.

The 2000 Leoville-Poyferre is a Bordeaux Blend from the renowned St Julien region in Bordeaux, France. With its deep red color and enticing aromas, this wine is a true masterpiece.

On the nose, the 2000 Leoville-Poyferre offers a captivating bouquet of black fruit, melted tar, and a touch of roasted chestnut. There is also a subtle hint of Brettanomyces, adding complexity to the aroma profile. As you take your first sip, the medium-bodied palate reveals good depth and concentration, with flavors of black pepper and thyme adding further complexity. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lasting impression.

Critics have been raving about the 2000 Leoville-Poyferre. Neal Martin from Vinous awarded it a score of 92, noting its bucolic charm and the potential for another two decades of drinking pleasure. James Suckling also praised this wine, giving it a score of 93 and describing it as full-bodied with beautiful freshness and great length.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded an impressive score of 97 to the 2000 Leoville-Poyferre, calling it the plushest, most ostentatious, and dramatic of all the Leovilles in that vintage. The wine is described as opulent, savory, and rich, with low acidity, sweet tannins, and a gorgeous mouthfeel.

Other critics, such as Jeb Dunnuck and Jane Anson, also had high praise for this wine, highlighting its concentration, richness, elegance, and layers of sweet dark fruits. Jeb Dunnuck awarded it a score of 97 and suggested aging it for another two decades.

The 2000 Leoville-Poyferre is a wine that truly showcases the excellence of Bordeaux winemaking. With its impressive scores and rave reviews, it is a wine that will delight and impress any wine enthusiast. Whether enjoyed now or aged for further development, this wine promises to deliver a memorable and pleasurable experience.