The 2016 L?oville-Poyferr? is fabulous. Rich, ample and dramatic in bearing, the 2016 possesses striking intensity and vertical lift. The tannins certainly need at least a few years in bottle to soften, but there is so much to look forward to. Graphite, menthol, lavender and licorice complement the inky blue/purplish fruit beautifully. The bottled wine has a bit more Cabernet Sauvignon and less Merlot than the en primeur sample. I tasted the 2016 three times. It's least favorable showing was at the ch?teau. For readers and proprietors who think wines always taste better on site...they don't

Chateau Leoville Poyferre - St. Julien (Future) 2016 750ml