Chateau Latour Pauillac Premier Grand Cru Classé 2009

Product Description
The 2009 vintage of Château Latour stands as a testament to the estate's timeless quality, boasting a remarkable depth and complexity that will reward those patient enough to cellar it for decades. A blend of 91.3% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8.7% Merlot, this wine exhibits the classic power and finesse that has made Latour one of Bordeaux's most iconic estates. With a history dating back to 1824, Château Latour’s unparalleled terroir in Pauillac, combined with meticulous winemaking, ensures a wine of extraordinary structure, richness, and elegance.

The 2009 is a vivid expression of the estate’s prime terroir, with layers of blackcurrant, blackberry, and cassis, underpinned by mineral and graphite notes. On the palate, it is full-bodied yet refined, with silky tannins and a finish that lingers, showcasing the potential for long-term aging. With a promising lifespan until at least 2080, this wine is an embodiment of the skill and legacy of Château Latour and is destined to be a prized addition to any collection.

"Great concentration and a previously unseen quantity of tannins characterized the wines, which possessed extraordinary aromatic intensity, freshness and precision. Rich, ripe and mineral, with a very long, lingering finish. An exceptional year which will improve for many years." - Winemaker Notes 

Maker:

Château Latour, located in the heart of the Médoc wine region, has long been regarded as one of Bordeaux’s most esteemed estates. With a history dating back to the 14th century, the vineyard’s legacy continues under the careful stewardship of the team at Latour, guided by an unwavering commitment to quality and tradition. The estate’s Grand Vin is made exclusively from old vines, with an average age of 60 years, located in the heart of the Enclos, a unique terroir that offers the perfect conditions for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon. This exceptional grape variety accounts for more than 90% of the blend, allowing Château Latour to produce wines with remarkable depth, elegance, and concentration. Over the decades, the vineyard has continued to evolve and expand, acquiring new plots and refining its winemaking techniques, ensuring that each vintage of Château Latour is an impeccable expression of the land. The estate is not only known for its consistent ability to craft exceptional wines in great years but also for its resilience in difficult vintages, proving its mastery of the terroir year after year.

Philosophy:

At Château Latour, the philosophy is centred around a deep respect for the land and a commitment to producing wines that are the purest reflection of its exceptional terroir. The vineyard, with its unique microclimate and ideal proximity to the Gironde estuary, is the heart of the estate, where each vine is carefully nurtured to ensure optimal expression of the grapes. The estate’s soils—clayey gravel in the Enclos and gravelly sand around the edges—provide the perfect foundation for the vines, with deep roots that allow them to thrive even in times of drought. The emphasis is on minimal intervention, allowing the natural conditions and terroir to shine through in each vintage. Château Latour’s dedication to quality extends to every aspect of production, from the vineyard management to the use of traditional winemaking techniques. With a focus on the long-term, wines from Château Latour are crafted with the belief that great wine requires time—both in the vineyard and in the cellar—to fully evolve and reach their potential. This commitment to excellence has made Château Latour a symbol of Bordeaux’s enduring legacy and a benchmark for fine wine around the world.

 

Reviews + Accolades

Deep garnet colored, the 2009 Latour is unashamedly youthful with bold blackcurrants, black cherries and warm plums notes plus nuances of cedar chest, aniseed, beef drippings, truffles and tapenade with a waft of tilled black soil. Full, concentrated and powerful in the mouth, it has a rock-solid frame of super ripe, grainy tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing very long and wonderfully minerally. Just a baby—this needs time! - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, 100 Points

Dark and chocolatey with a lot of richness, but also a cool herbal freshness this is a very impressive Medoc wine that's already delicious to drink. Very long, surprisingly supple finish for this château. A perfect wine. - James Suckling, 100 Points

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