- 75CL
90 / 100
91 / 100
17,5 / 20
Château Latour, Pauillac - The Quintessential Prestige of a First Growth
Château Latour is one of the most iconic names in Bordeaux wine, located in the Pauillac appellation on the Left Bank of the Gironde. Classified as a First Growth in 1855, this historic estate is renowned for its wines of supreme elegance and unmatched depth, making each bottle a true masterpiece.
Primarily crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon, with significant proportions of Merlot and touches of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, Château Latour embodies the essence of the great Médoc wines. On the palate, it reveals a complex and captivating bouquet of ripe black fruits, cassis, cherry, and plum, enhanced by notes of cedar, tobacco, leather, and graphite. The wine stands out for its imposing structure, powerful yet fine tannins, and an incredibly long and elegant finish, marked by remarkable freshness and profound minerality.
Château Latour is an exceptional aging wine, evolving and improving magnificently over decades, developing even more complex aromas and a more refined texture over time. It pairs perfectly with red meat dishes, game, or aged cheeses. For wine enthusiasts, Château Latour is an essential experience, representing the pinnacle of sophistication and quality in the world of wine.
The second wine of the prestigious Château L’Eglise-Clinet, La Petite Église 2005 is a superb expression of the outstanding 2005 vintage in Bordeaux. Crafted mainly from ripe Merlot, it showcases the depth and finesse of the Pomerol terroir. The nose reveals complex aromas of dark berries, truffle, and blond tobacco. On the palate, it is silky and elegant, with fine-grained...
From vineyards neighboring the esteemed Château Léoville Las Cases, Clos du Marquis 1996 is a benchmark Saint-Julien, born from an outstanding vintage known for its structure and longevity. This wine still displays a deep color and offers a complex bouquet of cedar, blackcurrant, leather, and smoky nuances. The palate is precise and elegant, with fully integrated tannins...