Château Léoville Poyferré

Château Léoville Poyferré is a historic wine estate with vineyards mainly planted with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, along with smaller portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. It produces a Grand Vin and a second wine, Pavillon de Léoville Poyferré. Both wines are known for smooth, velvety tannins and rich flavors, emphasizing depth and a supple structure. The style across vintages is guided by grape composition and careful parcel selection.

Léoville Poyferré has gained remarkable popularity due to its blend of historical prestige and modern winemaking expertise.

• Expert stewardship — Under the long tenure of Didier Cuvelier (1979–2018), the estate underwent a quality revolution that established its modern reputation.
• Modern advancements — Significant investments in the cellar and vineyard, aided by consultants like Michel Rolland, have elevated consistency and precision.
• Critical acclaim — The estate consistently performs at a high level, with the celebrated 2009 vintage earning 100-point scores from major critics.

• Where is Château Léoville Poyferré located and how is it classified? In the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux’s Left Bank; classified as a Second Growth (Deuxième Cru) in the 1855 Grand Cru Classé ranking.
• Who owns Château Léoville Poyferré? The Cuvelier family, owners since 1920.
• Who currently manages Château Léoville Poyferré? Sara Lecompte Cuvelier has been the General Manager since 2018, continuing the family legacy.
• When was the estate founded, and how did it become a separate property? The original Léoville estate dates to 1638. Château Léoville Poyferré emerged as a distinct estate in 1840 following a division of the vineyards.
• What grape varieties are primarily grown? Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.
• How large are the vineyards? Approximately 80 hectares.
• What is the second wine? Pavillon de Léoville Poyferré, crafted from lots not selected for the Grand Vin but made in a similar style.
• What is the typical wine style? Wines known for balance and finesse with smooth, velvety tannins, rich flavors, and a supple, ageworthy structure.