{"product_id":"chateau-latour-martillac-pessac-leognan-2017-1","title":"Château Latour Martillac, Pessac-Léognan 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Latour Martillac 2017 is a refined red from Pessac-Léognan, combining the appellation’s classic structure with an invitingly smooth, fruit-driven style. Its name recalls the medieval tower standing in the château courtyard—the remains of a 12th-century fort that once guarded the road between Bordeaux and Toulouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine opens with fresh aromas of red and dark fruit, notably ripe blackcurrant and cherry, complemented by the poised, earthy character associated with Pessac-Léognan. On the palate, it is full-bodied, juicy and creamy, with polished, silky tannins that provide structure without overshadowing the fruit. The 2017 vintage is approachable now, but its balance and tannic frame should allow it to develop greater complexity over the medium term with careful cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in the gravelly terroir of Pessac-Léognan, Château Latour Martillac benefits from the well-drained soils characteristic of the Graves region. Specific details regarding grape composition, harvesting and vinification are not provided, but the wine’s freshness, concentration and supple tannins reflect the careful handling of fruit from this historic Bordeaux estate and its commitment to expressing an authentic terroir de Graves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy this Bordeaux red with roast lamb, grilled or braised beef, duck, venison and hearty mushroom dishes. It also pairs well with mature hard cheeses. Serve at approximately 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 30–60 minutes to allow the fruit and subtle savoury notes to fully emerge; older bottles should be decanted carefully to separate any sediment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Latour Martillac takes its name from the historic tower at the heart of the estate, built on the remains of a 12th-century fort associated with the ancestors of Montesquieu. The property came to the attention of Bordeaux merchant Edouard Kressmann in 1871, drawn by the quality of its white wines, and was acquired in 1930 by his eldest son, Alfred, who adopted the name Château Latour-Martillac. Today, Tristan and Loïc Kressmann continue the family tradition, working with leading Bordeaux oenologists to reveal the character of this distinctive Pessac-Léognan terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Latour Martillac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54462649958737,"sku":"VDZ-10570086220112-53331315982672","price":66.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/martl01016_1.jpg?v=1785498148","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/chateau-latour-martillac-pessac-leognan-2017-1","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}