The 2018 Langoa Barton, a Bordeaux blend from the St Julien region of France, showcases an impressive range of flavors and has garnered high praise from wine critics. With its deep garnet-purple color, this wine is composed of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, and 9% Cabernet Franc, matured in 60% new oak barrels. The alcohol content stands at 13.85%.
Wine Enthusiast's Roger Voss awarded it a stellar 95 points, highlighting its "beautifully textured" profile rich in black-currant flavors, partnered well with dusty tannins that offer a sense of poise and freshness. Jeb Dunnuck also commended the wine, giving it 92 points, noting its "charming, medium to full-bodied" nature with ripe, velvety tannins and a blend of red, blue, and black fruits.
James Molesworth of Wine Spectator gave it 94 points, emphasizing the "lovely core of steeped plum, fig, and cassis notes" as well as the bright finish marked by a "violet note." Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also rated it 92 points, appreciating its elegant style and refreshing palate with bright red and black fruit.
Vinous' Neal Martin described it as "very smooth and sensual," awarding it 93 points, while Jeff Leve from TheWineCellarInsider.com praised its "full-bodied palate" with vibrant layers of bright, spicy currants, scoring it similarly at 93.
Jane Anson recognized the wine's strong performance among its peers, awarding it 94 points and noting its austerity with powerful tannins and a blend of raspberry and blackberry fruit. Decanter acknowledged the complexity and concentration of the wine, though mentioning slightly firmer tannins compared to previous vintages.
Overall, the 2018 Langoa Barton is a structured and complex wine, with reviewers noting its potential for aging and the pleasure it offers with its rich and varied flavor profile.