Château Latour-Martillac Red

The year was marked by very unstable weather at the start of the season, characterized by a hot and humid Spring, which resulted in a constant battle against mildew. Fortunately, the second half of the season was much better, allowing grapes to reach perfect ripeness. In general, Winter was mild, with the exception of a cool February. The bud break was at the beginning of April, much as in recent years. Flowering took place between late May and early June, during a dry, warm period. High temperatures from the 15th of May onwards, combined with heavy rainfall in June, led to extremely rapid vine growth. All the green harvesting had to be carried out in just two months instead of the usual three. The period from late July to early August was rather cool for the season, allowing the vines to slow down, and the grapes to change colour and ripen slowly. The white grape harvest began on the 28th of August with the first plots of Sauvignon Blanc. It was rare for us to have to pick on September 8th a few plots of Merlot before the end of the white harvest, because of the hot weather at the end of August and beginning of September.

Period of harvest
Merlot: September 8 to 22
Petit Verdot: September 20
Cabernet-Sauvignon: September 22 to October 5

Blending
66% Cabernet Sauvignon; 20% Merlot; 14% Petit Verdot

Tasting notes

This wine has a deep purple colour. The nose is expressive and complex, dominated by black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry), enriched by tobacco notes and a subtle hint of mint that adds a lovely freshness. On the palate, berry fruits are complemented by delicate floral touches. The attack is frank and bold, with powerful but smooth tannins. The structure of this wine is immense and well-balanced, marked by a great roundness. The finish is long, elegant and persistent, sure signs for a great evolution.

Optimal Tasting
2030-2045

Service Température
Between 16°C / 61°F and 18°C / 64°F.