2009 Leoville Poyferre
By Chateau Leoville Poyferre
2009 Leoville Poyferre from Chateau Leoville Poyferre, St-Julien, Bordeaux
In the pantheon of Bordeaux wines, the 2009 vintage of Leoville Poyferre from Chateau Leoville Poyferre stakes its claim as a prodigious release that deftly captures the essence of its magnificent terroir. With the climatic conditions of 2009 favouring the Left Bank, this estate, entrenched in tradition and innovation, forged a wine of such composure and depth that it almost humbly whispers of its own greatness.
A Confluence of Season and Sensibility
The season’s serendipitous weather patterns bestowed upon St-Julien vivacious fruit with intensity and precision. A long, hot summer followed by an optimal harvest period underpinned the 2009 Leoville Poyferre's concentration and balance. From this harmonious climate emerged a wine resplendent with layers—one that marries the classical structure expected of St-Julien with opulent undertones.
Artistry in the Bottle: An Inimitable Vintage
The artistry involved in creating an investment-worthy wine lies not solely in lineage but equally in the execution unique to each vintage. In their mastery, Chateau Leoville Poyferre has hailed their 2009 offering as one of stately poise. The palate is lush with a tapestry of black fruits sifted with touches of cassis and underwood, these adornings dovetail seamlessly with polished tannins—a hallmark of fine Bordeaux.
The finish resonates long and pure—a symphony of dark cherries and subtle earthiness that leaves an indelible impression reflective of not just a superior wine, but a remarkable year in Bordeaux viticulture. The investment potential for the astute collector is evident, mirroring the stature of this exceptional vintage.
The Acumen Behind Investment Calibre Wines
Navigating the landscape of fine wines requires acumen to distil a vintage's distinct narrative. The skein connecting the 2009 landmark year for Bordeaux to this specific bottle from Chateau Leoville Poyferre is woven with prowess; encapsulating characteristics which render it not only a sensory delight but furthermore a judicious choice for diversifying one’s investment portfolio.
In closing, the distinctive attributes of this remarkable vintage cannot be understated. An ensemble of optimal weather conditions coupled with Chateau Leoville Poyferre's refined winemaking practices has culminated in a wine that beckons with both sophistication and promise—a sine qua non for collectors and connoisseurs alike.
Market price (USD)
$2,301.21
12x75cl
Highest score
100
POP score
94.25
Scores and tasting notes
One of the more flamboyant and sumptuous wines of the vintage, this inky/purple-colored St.-Julien reveals thrilling levels of opulence, richness and aromatic pleasures. A soaring bouquet of creme de cassis, charcoal, graphite and spring flowers is followed by a super-concentrated wine with silky tannins, stunning amounts of glycerin, a voluptuous, multilayered mouthfeel and nearly 14% natural alcohol. Displaying fabulous definition for such a big, plump, massive, concentrated effort, I suspect the tannin levels are high even though they are largely concealed by lavish amounts of fruit, glycerin and extract. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2040.
Robert Parker Jr - Wine Advocate #199 February 2012
Having retreated into its shell, the deep garnet colored 2009 Léoville Poyferré gives up slowly revealing notions of cigar boxes, pencil lead, charcoal, rose hip tea and fragrant earth with a core of preserved plums, crème de cassis, espresso and Indian spices. Full, rich, seductive and voluptuously fruited in the mouth, the palate features firm yet beautifully velvety tannins and seamless freshness, finishing very long and spicy.
Lisa Perrotti-Brown - The Wine Advocate, 14 March 2019
On the nose there’s an explosion of pure fruit from blackberries to currants, and vanilla too. This is still a little baby. Full and dense with chewy tannins. Big and rich, but very balanced. Barrel sample.
James Suckling - jamessuckling.com, May 29th 2012
Served blind at the Southwold 2009 tasting. The Leoville Poyferre 2009 has a very pure, lifted, almost Margaux-like bouquet with blackberry, raspberry leaf and crushed stone - a certain coolness that is very appealing. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins. It is quite compact in the mouth, but it is very well focused and displays poise and tension towards the composed finish. Excellent - this is a Saint Julien that is beginning to shed its puppy fat and find its “groove”. Tasted January 2013.
Neal Martin - Wine Journal Jul 2013