Deep and intense, the bouquet of Léoville Poyferré celebrates both the freshness and the warmth of the vintage. It knows notes of graphite and black berries well, as well as ivy and eucalyptus, not to mention the aromas of peonies, blueberries, honeysuckle, caramel, and coffee… The diversity is undeniable, it's simply evident! Didier Thomann brings them together and teaches them to harmonize; he probably talks to them a lot! On the palate, the wine is distinguished by its vigor, charm, precision, and power. The tannins are certainly powerful, but they are so well-integrated by the other elements that one can't help but speak of its smoothness! A well-sculpted athlete, not a bodybuilder, who will be just as effective in the javelin throw as in the shot put or the marathon! 2030-2060 - 98 to 99 Points - Yves Beck

An extremely captivating Poyferré this year. Beautiful vivid and vibrant colour in the glass with soft rose and violets on the nose. Juicy and alive, immediately so charming, chewy, fleshy but cool and stony. Mouthfilling with licks of liquorice, tobacco, cola and hints of clove. I love the restraint on show – this is still a powerful wine but so much more relaxed than it could have been. Graceful yet impactful, full of ripe fruit with such a generous and happy attitude. I love it. Potential upscore in bottle. A yield of 20hl/ha, one of the smallest yields. Owner Sara spoke of lower fermentation temperatures, shorter macerations and shorter pumping-over to keep soft tannins. No deleafing, kept cover crops and used cold rooms to let grapes cool before optical sorting, especially for the more fragile Petit Verdot. Julien Viaud consultant. 5% Petit Verdot completes the blend. - Georgina Hindle

Deep dark ruby garnet, opaque core, violet reflections, delicate rim brightening. Fine precious wood, cherries, a hint of cassis and black berries, inviting bouquet. Juicy, elegant and well-balanced, fresh heart notes, ripe, melting tannins, sweet extract and long-lasting, sure development potential. - Peter Moser

Ripe, sexy amounts of red, black, and blue fruits, smoke, tobacco, and scorched earth all define the 2025 Château Léoville Poyferré, a blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot. It's full-bodied on the palate, with a round, layered, exuberant mouthfeel, plenty of velvety tannins, and ample mid-palate depth. It's a ripe, opulent, beautifully balanced 2025 in the making. - 96 to 98 Points - Jeb Dunnuck

Tobacco leaves, smoke, flowers, cherries, chocolate, licorice, currants, and espresso beans create the aromatic profile. The palate is even better with its lusciously-textured wealth of sweet, vibrant, and pure, red, with black fruits. There is freshness, vivacity, and creamy tannins which all go together creating a complete, and balanced wine. The finish meshes chocolate with currants, spice and herbs that start off strong, and keep on going. The wine blends 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot. 13.5% ABV, 3.71 pH. Yields were only 20 hectoliters per hectare. Harvesting took place September 8 - September 23. Along with 2022, this is the earliest harvest in the history of the estate. The wine is aging in 80% new, French oak barrels. Drink from 2030-2065. - 96 to 98 Points - Jeff Leve