Leoville Poyferre 1990 750mL (Top Shoulder) White Burg with an ample core of

with an ample core of fruit framed by voluminous

licorice and grilled game

but this is rare)

it is the kind of claret that leaves you grinning like a Cheshire cat

It should hit maturity after a decade of cellaring and be a 40- to 50-year wine

Leoville Poyferre 1990 750mL (Top Shoulder) White Burg with an ample core of"Absolutely spectacular, the1990 Leoville Poyferre is much more evolved than either of its two Leoville neighbors. Its opaque plum garnet color is accompanied by a gorgeous bouquet of smoke, charcoal, creme de cassis, and flowers. Fleshy and opulent, it comes across like a St. Julien with a Pomerol texture and allure. This beauty has reached full maturity where it should remain for another two decades." Wine Advocate, RP97, tasted 6 2009