The 2019 Léoville Poyferré, a Bordeaux blend from the St Julien sub-region, has garnered impressive acclaim from various wine critics. This vintage is characterized by its rich composition, featuring 66-67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, and small portions of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, depending on the reviewer. The wine is noted for its deep garnet-purple hue and full-bodied character, with an alcohol content of 14%.
James Suckling awarded it a 95, describing it as having "blackcurrant, wet-earth with fresh black-mushroom aromas," and highlighting its "chewy and focused" structure. Suckling advises trying this robust blend after 2025.
Jeff Leve is particularly enthusiastic, rating it 97. He praises it as "one of the top vintages of Léoville Poyferré," with its "sensuously textured, deep, ripe, dark red fruits" and "long, vibrant finish." He predicts it will evolve beautifully over decades, recommending it be enjoyed from 2027 to 2055.
Vinous, represented by Neal Martin, gives the wine a 96, noting its "velvety smooth texture" and "exquisite balance." Martin acknowledges its richness and finesse, suggesting it leaves a lasting impression.
Jeb Dunnuck rates it an exceptional 98, calling it a "gorgeous, thrilling, full-bodied" wine with notes of "crème de cassis, tobacco leaf, violets, and chocolate." Dunnuck appreciates its opulence and suggests it can be savored over the next 40-50 years.
Other reviewers like Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Decanter, and The Wine Independent also score it 96, commending its sumptuous nature, complex aromas, and long, precise finish. Overall, the 2019 Léoville Poyferré stands out as a well-structured, luxurious wine with a promising future, appealing to those who appreciate both elegance and flavor intensity.