PAUILLAC DE LATOUR 2014

Pauillac de Latour 2014

“Offers a core of pure cassis and blackberry fruit, with mouthwatering streaks of graphite and anise. Racy-edged, featuring ample grip buried through the finish. Reveals a violet echo for good measure. Textbook. (JM/3/2017)” – 92/100, Wine Spectator

VARIETIES: A blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Merlot and 7% Petit Verdot
REGION: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
AGEING: About 20% new barrels are used in the vinification of the Pauillac
GUARDING POTENTIAL: Enjoy now or will cellar well up to 5 years
SERVE: Serve at 16 – 18ºC
CRITICS SCORES: WS/92, JS/91, V/90

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Pauillac de Latour | Range | Château Latour

The ORIGINES
This wine has been made every year since 1989, and was developed primarily for the restaurant market.

The TERROIR
The Pauillac is made primarily from young vines, growing on the less prestigious terroirs in the vineyard, and from wines that do not meet the selection criteria for Forts de Latour (specific to each vintage). About 20% new barrels are used in the vinification of the Pauillac, the precise proportion varying depending on the characteristics of the vintage. The blend for Château Latour’s Pauillac typically consists of nearly 45% Merlot.

The STYLE
This generous, fruity wine is an excellent introduction to the family of wines produced by Château Latour. It can be enjoyed after four to five years of ageing, and will continue to improve for several more years.