Chateau Latour Pauillac
TASTING NOTES
A beautifully intense crimson colour. The nose is fresh and lavishly expressive of ripe fruit. Whilst retaining some structure, the wine is smooth and gourmet in the mouth. The finale is fresh and clean.
CELLAR
Château Latour is one of Bordeaux's – and the world's – most famous wine producers. It is situated in the southeast corner of the Pauillac commune on the border of Saint-Julien, in the Médoc region. Rated as a First Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, it has become one of the most sought-after and expensive wine producers on the planet, and produces powerfully structured Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines capable of lasting many decades.
VINEYARDS
Chateau Latour is one of the oldest continuous Bordeaux wine producing properties in the Pauillac appellation with a history dating all the way back to 14th century! The estate takes its name from the original Saint-Lambert tower placed close to the chateau that was created in the second half of the 14th century. Historical documents show, on October 18, 1331, Pons, the Seigneur of Castillon, allowed one of the most prosperous families in the Medoc to create a fortress in area of Saint-Lambert. They were responsible for erecting the original tower that the estate is named for today.
VINIFICATION
Up to 4-5 years. Approximately 20% new barrels are used in the vinification of the Pauillac, the exact ratio varies depending on the characteristics of the vintage.
FOOD PAIRING
Lamb, veal, beef and cheeses.