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Château Latour 2012

BordeauxPauillac • 1er Grand Cru Classé • Red

Regular price 599,00€ tax included
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Unit price 798,67€ / L
Packaging : 1 x 75CL - Cardboard

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Description

  • Country France
  • Region Bordeaux
  • Appellation Pauillac
  • Color Red
  • Alcohol 13
  • Vintage 2012
  • Grape varieties 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, Petit Verdot

Located in Pauillac, on the left bank of Bordeaux, Château Latour embodies absolute excellence among the great wines of the MédocIts emblematic terroir, dominated by the historic Enclos near the Gironde estuary, shapes reds of remarkable precision and power. First Grand Cru Classé, THE domaine is sought after for the depth of its Cabernet Sauvignon and the consistency of its style, vintage after vintage. With Château Latour Pauillac 2012The enthusiast will rediscover the identity of the vintage: structure, elegance and intensity, in a wine crafted for a memorable tasting.

Ratings

Ratings

  • Parker (WA) 96+/100
Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

Ideal with duck breast with cherries or filet mignon in pastry.

Producer

Producer

The vineyard of Château Latour It covers approximately 78 hectares, cultivated primarily with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The soil, composed of a mixture of clay and limestone, promotes optimal drainage, essential for the ripening of the grapes. climat The region's oceanic climate, with its hot summers and mild winters, allows for a slow and even ripening of the grapes, thus contributing to the concentration of aromas and the balance of the wine. Each plot is carefully chosen to express the quintessence of the Pauillac terroir.

Owner and history

Currently, the Château Latour is owned by the family holding company of François Pinault, a businessman passionate about art and excellence. Under his leadership, the domaine has managed to preserve its heritage while adopting modern winemaking practices. The Pinault family makes it a point of honor to maintain the reputation of Château Latour by producing high-quality wines while respecting the environment. Their commitment to the terroir and winemaking tradition makes them guardians of one of Bordeaux's greatest wines.

Vinification and aging

The winemaking process Château Latour It is a meticulous process, combining tradition and innovation. The grapes are harvested by hand and rigorously selected. After delicate destemming, alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, preserving the purity of the aromas. Aging, which lasts approximately 18 months, occurs in oak barrels, some of which are renewed each year. This aging in wood gives the wine its structure, complexity, and subtle woody aromas, while respecting the identity of the terroir.

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The team's opinion

The 2012 vintage is often described as a "pleasure" or "charming" vintage. Although it retains the backbone of Latour, It reveals itself with greater immediate generosity. The 2012 vintage benefited from a very sunny end of summer, which allowed for perfect ripening of the Cabernet grapes.