2014 Chateau Latour Les Forts de Latour

Prominently located in the heart of the Médoc wine region, close to Bordeaux, Château Latour represents the rich history and heritage of Bordeaux vineyards. This renowned winery, famous for its exquisite terroir l'Enclos, offers a unique climate and geological complexity thanks to the nearby Gironde estuary.

Commitment to Excellence among the Pinault Family

Since 1993, the Pinault family, owners of the Château Latour estate, have taken important steps to ensure the quality and excellence of their wines. This commitment to quality has led to significant changes in viticultural practices, including the move to organic viticulture.

Les Forts de Latour is the second wine from the famous Château Latour, a Premier Cru Classé winery in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux. The "late release" of the 2014 vintage of Les Forts de Latour is an interesting offering because Château Latour employs the rare strategy of releasing some of their wines later, after additional maturation in their cellars. This ensures that the wine is in optimal drinking condition at the time of release.

About Château Latour

Château Latour is one of the most prestigious wineries in Bordeaux, known for its wines of exceptional quality and longevity. The estate has a long history dating back to the 14th century and has been recognized as a Premier Cru Classé since its 1855 classification.

Les Forts de Latour

Les Forts de Latour was first produced in 1966 and is considered one of the best second wines of the Bordeaux region. It often offers excellent value for money, as it receives the same care and attention as the Grand Vin, but is made from grapes that did not go into the first wine.

The 2014 Vintage

The 2014 vintage in Bordeaux is generally considered a classic year, with wines showing good structure, freshness and ripe fruit. For Pauillac, and therefore also for Les Forts de Latour, this means wines with an excellent balance between tannins, acidity and fruit concentration.

Tasting notes for Les Forts de Latour 2014 (late release)

• Color : Deep ruby red, almost opaque. The 2014 Les Forts de Latour is a blend of 71.4% Cabernet Sauvignon and 28.6% Merlot.
• Nose : Complex and refined, with aromas of cassis, blackcurrant, tobacco, graphite and a hint of cedar wood with subtle notes of vanilla and spices due to the aging in oak barrels.
• Taste : Full and well structured, with ripe black fruits, cassis and plums, combined with nuances of chocolate and spices. The tannins are firm but well integrated, indicating excellent aging potential.
• Finish : Long and persistent, with a nice balance between fruit and tannins.

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