Country: France
AOC: Pauillac
Alcohol %: 13%
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Type: Red Wine
Food Pairing
Roasted meats, such as lamb or beef.
Rich poultry dishes, like duck or coq au vin.
Aged cheeses, enhancing its complex flavors.
Tasting Notes
95 points by Robert Parker, Wine Advocate review date: 2011
An extraordinary wine, the classic 2008 Latour (13.5% natural alcohol) is composed of 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot and 1% Cabernet Franc (40% of the production made it into the grand vin). Its dense purple color is followed by hints of espresso roast, cassis, burning embers, truffles and graphite. Rich with full-bodied power, beautiful purity and graciousness allied to a voluminous, savory, broad mouthfeel, this beauty will be drinkable in 4-5 years and will keep for three decades.
94 points by James Suckling, WineSpectator review date: 2009
Offers currant and blackberry aromas, with hints of flowers. Starts as a slow attack on the palate, then builds with superpolished tannins and pretty fruit, offering berries and mineral. Long and caressing.
