{"product_id":"chateau-latour-pauillac-premier-grand-cru-classe-2019","title":"Chateau Latour Pauillac Premier Grand Cru Classe 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Latour 2019 is one of Pauillac’s most iconic wines, drawn from a legendary First Growth estate with a reputation for power, precision, and remarkable longevity. The 2019 vintage combines deep concentration with classic Left Bank structure, offering a wine of formidable presence and exceptional cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows an inky, almost opaque ruby-purple core. The nose is layered and complex, with aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, graphite, cedar, tobacco leaf, and subtle floral and spice notes, all unfolding with striking intensity.\n\nThe palate is dense and structured, with excellent definition and finely grained tannins framing rich cassis, dark plum, liquorice, and mineral nuances. Despite its depth, the wine remains poised and energetic, with a long, persistent finish and outstanding aging potential that will reward extended cellaring for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Latour is located in the southern part of Pauillac, on the historic gravelly rise known as the Enclos, where deep Garonne gravel soils and a maritime-influenced climate create ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon. The estate is known for meticulous vineyard management and careful hand harvesting, with grapes selected parcel by parcel to preserve precision and terroir expression.\n\nVinification is carried out with a focus on purity and structure, typically involving controlled fermentation and aging in French oak barrels, including a high proportion of new oak, to support the wine’s depth without overwhelming its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest enjoyed with richly flavored dishes such as grilled ribeye, roast lamb, venison, or slow-braised beef, as well as aged hard cheeses. Serve at 16–18°C, and decant several hours in advance if drinking young to help open the aromas and soften the tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Latour is one of Bordeaux’s most celebrated estates and was classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé in the 1855 Classification. With a history dating back centuries, it is widely regarded as a benchmark for Pauillac and for Cabernet Sauvignon-driven Bordeaux. The estate has earned a global reputation for consistency, depth, and wines that can age magnificently for many decades.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bottle Hero","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54266329923921,"sku":"XW-61910","price":921.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/chateau-latour-pauillac-premier-grand-cru-classe-2019-0.png?v=1784823042","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/chateau-latour-pauillac-premier-grand-cru-classe-2019","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}