The ORIGINES<\/p>\n
Ch\u00e2teau Latour\u2019s Grand Vin is made exclusively from \u201cvieilles vignes\u201d, an average of 60 years-old, in the Enclos. Gravettes, Sarmentier, Pi\u00e8ce de Ch\u00e2teau\u2026 these are the names of some of the finest plots that express the character of the terroir and forge the wine\u2019s identity every year.<\/p>\n
The TERROIR<\/p>\n
The heart of the Enclos is the only terroir that, every year, can produce the depth, elegance and concentration that we expect of the Grand Vin. It is here that the Cabernet Sauvignon (accounting for more than 90% of the blend) can achieve optimal expression in terms of colour, richness and freshness. These wines need time \u2013 often a decade- before they begin to be ready for drinking.<\/p>\n
The STYLE<\/p>\n
In great vintages, the power and energy of Ch\u00e2teau Latour\u2019s wines enables them to continue to develop for several decades with ease. The bouquet and impressions on tasting gradually evolve, becoming increasingly complex, ultimately reaching a peak, after which the tannins soften and then the wine slowly declines. Beyond the pleasure of drinking them, these wines can produce powerful feelings and unforgettable moments.<\/p>\n
Ch\u00e2teau Latour is also known for having the ability to produce fine wines even in difficult years.Ch\u00e2teau Latour\u2019s grand vin is one of the most consistent wine labels on the market today. According to average critic scores on wine-searcher, since 1998, every single vintage of the grand vin has received a score of at least 92 points. The 2018 vintage already received high praise from wine enthusiasts during en primeur week and is also expected to rank among the best vintages of Ch\u00e2teau Latour.<\/p>\n
However, eight young vintages stand out for being particularly age-worthy and high in quality. These are the best recent vintages of Ch\u00e2teau Latour that received scores of at least 96 points from critics:<\/p>\n
2016 Hold. \u00a0\/\u00a02015 Hold. \/\u00a02014 Hold. \/\u00a02010 Hold. \/\u00a02009 Hold \/\u00a02005 Drink \/\u00a02003 Drink or hold. \/ 2000<\/p>\n
Top-Quality Older Ch\u00e2teau Latour Vintages
\nOne thing that makes Ch\u00e2teau Latour wines special is that they can last for many decades and still taste as vibrant as they did upon release. If you don\u2019t have time to wait for a young vintage to mature or you want to buy a birth year wine for an upcoming celebration, older vintages of Ch\u00e2teau Latour are great options.<\/p>\n
A trustworthy vendor will inspect every bottle for authenticity to ensure that you won\u2019t become a victim of wine fraud.
\nThe following older vintages received an average score of at least 96 points from top critics:<\/p>\n
1996: Drink.\u00a01995 \/ Drink or hold.\u00a01990: Drink or hold.\u00a01982: Drink.\u00a01975: Drink or hold.\u00a01971: Drink or hold.\u00a01970: Drink or hold. \/\u00a01966: Drink or hold. \/\u00a01964: Drink or hold. \/\u00a01962: Drink or hold. \/\u00a01961: Hold (it\u2019s drinking well now, but still evolving) \/\u00a01959: Drink. \/\u00a01955: Drink. \/\u00a01949: Drink or hold. \/\u00a01948: Drink. \/1945: Drink.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":214,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","atbdp_listing_types":[1040],"at_biz_dir-category":[1380],"at_biz_dir-location":[969],"at_biz_dir-tags":[],"coauthors":[668],"class_list":["post-37322","at_biz_dir","type-at_biz_dir","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","atbdp_listing_types-stays","at_biz_dir-category-shateau","at_biz_dir-location-france"],"yoast_head":"\n