{"product_id":"chateau-langoa-barton-aoc-saint-julien-3eme-cru-2005-half-bottle","title":"Château Langoa Barton, AOC Saint-Julien, 3ème Cru 2005 (Half bottle)","description":"\u003ch4\u003eVineyard and winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLangoa Barton’s Saint-Julien vineyard occupies deep gravel over clay, planted principally with Cabernet Sauvignon alongside Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The well-drained soils and tempering Gironde influence helped the exceptional 2005 vintage achieve concentrated black fruit, firm tannin and the freshness required for long ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes were harvested and sorted by hand, then fermented in temperature-controlled vats. Around 18 months in French oak, a significant proportion new, added cedar and structure. This half-bottle format matures more quickly than 75cl while retaining the vintage’s characteristic density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep garnet with a lightly brick-toned edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNose\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackcurrant, blackberry and blueberry are layered with cedar, tobacco and freshly cut flowers. Mint, graphite and blood orange lend aromatic lift to the rich fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePalate\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium to full-bodied, precise and firmly shaped, with dark berries held by fine tannins and vivid acidity. Tobacco, iron and subtle spice extend into a long, classically restrained Saint-Julien finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with lamb cutlets, roast pigeon, beef and oyster pie, or a mushroom and black-garlic tart. Its structured savoury character also suits mature Gruyère.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBackground story\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHugh Barton acquired Château Langoa in 1821, and the estate was ranked a Third Growth in 1855. It remains with the Barton family more than two centuries later, an unusually continuous stewardship reflected in its traditional, measured Saint-Julien style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2005 half bottle is now mature and individual condition may vary. Stand upright, open carefully and decant only as necessary to remove sediment; follow the wine in the glass. Serve at around 16–18°C.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Langoa Barton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54933052850558,"sku":"01CHLANGOAB05HF","price":67.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/1984\/8252\/files\/chateau-langoa-barton-aoc-saint-julien-3-me-cru-2005-half-bottle-600x960.png?v=1791384738","url":"https:\/\/sommelierschoice.co.uk\/products\/chateau-langoa-barton-aoc-saint-julien-3eme-cru-2005-half-bottle","provider":"Sommelier's Choice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}