The 2018 Langoa Barton is a Bordeaux Blend from the St Julien sub-region of Bordeaux, France. Produced by Langoa Barton, this red wine boasts an alcohol content of 13.85% and is sealed with a traditional cork closure. The blend consists of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, and 9% Cabernet Franc, as noted by several reviewers.
### Tasting Notes and Reviews
Roger Voss of **Wine Enthusiast** awarded the wine an impressive score of 95, highlighting its "beautifully textured and rich" profile with "black-currant flavors and tannins." He describes it as a "generous wine" with a balance of fruits and dusty tannins that provide structure and concentration. He suggests that it will be best enjoyed starting in 2026.
**Wine Spectator** also gave the wine high praise with a score of 94. The reviewer, JM, notes the "lovely core of steeped plum, fig and cassis notes laced liberally with graphite and applewood." A "violet note chimes bright on the finish," making it "absolutely rock solid." The optimal drinking window is from 2023 through 2036.
James Suckling, another notable reviewer, also rated the wine 94, describing it as "medium-to full-bodied with firm, tight-grained tannins" and "lovely sweet fruit at the finish." He mentions intriguing notes of "currants, cloves, graphite and cigar box" with additions of "pine and citrus zest," recommending to try it from 2025.
While **Jeb Dunnuck** and **Robert Parker's Wine Advocate** both rated the wine 92, they had different emphases. Dunnuck praised its "charming, medium to full-bodied, velvety-textured" profile with "ripe, velvety tannins and nicely integrated acidity." He believes it will shine with 4-5 years of bottle age and last for over 20 years. Parker's Wine Advocate's Lisa Perrotti-Brown noted its "elegantly styled and refreshing" nature with bright red fruits and herbal sparks lifting the black fruit.
**Vinous**, **Jeff Leve**, and **Decanter** each awarded the wine 93 points. Vinous' Neal Martin described it as "high-toned and voluptuous" with "blueberry, crème de cassis and pressed violet aromas," while Jeff Leve highlighted its "chewy, crisp, fresh, vibrant layers of bright, spicy currants." Decanter noted the wine's firm structure and complexity but mentioned the tannins as "a touch more foursquare on the finish."
Jane Anson, awarding a score of 94, commented on the wine's "touch of austerity" and "powerful tannins," along with "riven through with sappy and smiling raspberry and blackberry fruit." She praised it as "excellent stuff" and highlighted the contributions of technical director François Brehant and consultant Eric Boissenot.
Overall, the 2018 Langoa Barton is highly regarded for its rich textures, complex fruit flavors, and strong tannic structure, with several reviewers suggesting it will improve with age, making it a noteworthy addition to any wine cellar.