The 2016 Château Franc Patarabet Cuvée Léopold Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a balanced, structured, and elegant Bordeaux from an excellent vintage on the Right Bank. It is highly regarded for its purity of fruit, freshness, and aging potential. The wine features a mix of ripe red and dark fruits, including black cherry, raspberry, and plum. Secondary notes of leather, smoke, tobacco, and licorice can also be found, with delicate hints of vanilla and spice. With a silky, polished mouthfeel, the wine offers flavors of black fruit compote, cassis, and chocolate. Its structure is defined by fine, integrated tannins, balanced acidity, and an elegant, mineral-driven finish. The 2016 vintage was marked by ideal growing conditions, leading to wines with a rare combination of ripe fruit, freshness, and complexity. The Cuvée Léopold is praised for its harmonious balance, making it a compelling, long-term prospect for Bordeaux lovers.