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    Les Forts de Latour 2016

    Bordeaux • Pauillac • Second Vin du Château Latour • Red

    300,00€ tax included
    300,00€ tax included
    400,00€ / L
    Packaging : 1 x 75CL - Cardboard

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    Description

    • Country France
    • Region Bordeaux
    • Appellation Pauillac
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 14
    • Vintage 2016
    • Grape varieties 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc

    Second vin of the mythical Château Latour, Les Forts de Latour 2016 reveals the whole size of Pauillac, in the heart of the Bordeaux Médoc. Born on remarkable gravelly soils, very close to the Gironde estuary, this red wine expresses a profoundly classic identity: uprightness, intensity and precisionIt offers a more accessible reading of the style Latour, without losing any of the demands of domaine. In this exceptionally successful 2016 vintage, Les Forts de Latour seduced by its structure, its aromatic depth and its ability to evolve serenely in the cellar.

    Ratings

    Ratings

    • Parker (WA) 95/100
    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Food & wine pairings

    This wine pairs wonderfully with duck breast with cherries or roast beef with herbs.
    Producer

    Producer

    The vineyard of Château Latour It covers 78 hectares, primarily planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. The vines are cultivated on Garonne gravel soils, which allow for optimal drainage and promote the ripening of the grapes. climat The region's oceanic climate, with its mild winters and sunny summers, contributes to the aromatic expression of the grape varieties. Vineyard management is meticulous, with particular attention paid to each plot to guarantee the quality of the grapes.

    Owner and history

    THE Château Latour currently belongs to the family holding company of François Pinault, a businessman with a passion for wine and art. Under his leadership, the domaine continues to reinvent itself while respecting its traditions. The owners' commitment to excellence and sustainability is reflected in every vintage produced, making the Château Latour a symbol of French winemaking craftsmanship. Their vision is to maintain the renown of Latour while exploring new approaches to enhance the unique characteristics of their terroir.

    Vinification and aging

    The winemaking of the Forts of Latour The wine is made with the same care as the Grand Vin. The grapes are harvested by hand and then rigorously sorted. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, allowing for precise temperature management. The wine is then aged for 12 months in oak barrels, some of which are new, to bring complexity and nuance to the blend. This meticulous process reveals the full richness of the terroir and the potential of each grape variety in the final blend.

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    The team's opinion

    Les Forts de Latour 2016 is not a "second vin"in the classical sense of the term. Coming mainly from historic plots located outside the Enclos, it benefits from the same meticulous care as the Grand Vin. The 2016 vintage is widely regarded by critics as one of the greatest in the modern history of Bordeaux, and this cuvée is one of its most masterful interpretations.

    • Serving temperature 17-18

    • Climax 2026 à 2045