Château Latour-Martillac 2017

Appellation : Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France

Grape varieties : Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

Vintage : 2017

Origin and background

Situated in the heart of Pessac-Léognan on deep gravel soils, Château Latour-Martillac is renowned for its elegant, racy style. The 2017 vintage was marked by frost, but the estate was able to preserve a high-quality harvest thanks to its advantageous topography. Selective harvesting and careful vinification produced a well-balanced wine that reveals the terroir.

Tasting

Colour: Deep garnet red with purple highlights.

Nose: Fine and precise, dominated by aromas of black fruit (blackcurrant, blackberry), with hints of cedar, sweet spices and light tobacco.

Palate: Supple, silky attack. Elegant structure with fine, ripe tannins. The fruit expresses itself with freshness and purity, accompanied by subtle, well-integrated woody and spicy notes. Straightforward, persistent and harmonious finish.

Review

Scores :

- Wine Advocate: 91/100

- James Suckling: 92/100

- Vinous: 90/100

Suggested pairings

Ideal with saddle of lamb roasted with herbs, grilled fillet of beef, or duck breast with sweet spices. It also goes well with stewed dishes such as daube provençale or veal stew with mushrooms, as well as mature hard cheeses.