93pts James Suckling

A hint of cedar and dark chocolate to the black cherries, black berries and spices. Truffle and tree bark, too. Complex and juicy with a medium- to full-bodied palate. Tannins are dusty and refined followed by a long finish. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink or hold.

Winemaker Notes

Jean Leon Vinya Le Havre Reserva is a red wine from the D.O. Penedès made by Jean Leon. Behind this great wine we find a humble and exciting story that tells us about the life of Jean Leon, a Spaniard to ended up a big hit in Hollywood thanks to his restaurant.
Jean Leon departed from the French port of Le Havre as a stowaway on a ship bound for the United States. A sailor soon discovered him, but in an act of generosity, he decided to keep the young man's presence on board a secret. Vinya Le Havre is a tribute to an unspoken pact with a stranger who changed Jean Leon's life forever.

Turning to the wine, it is made with Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and a small percentage of Cabernet Franc. After fermenting in stainless steel vats this wine ages in French and American oak barrels for 18 months and then ages for at least two years in the bottle.