Chateau Latour 1996
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Château Latour 1996 – Premier Grand Cru Classé
Name: Château Latour
Vintage: 1996
Region: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
Grape Variety: Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, with small proportions of Merlot & Cabernet Franc
Alcohol Content: Approx. 14%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Rating: Robert Parker (RP) 98 | Wine Spectator (WS) 97 | James Suckling (JS) 98
Tasting Notes
Château Latour 1996 is an imposing wine that marries intensity with refined elegance. Its deep, brooding garnet hue hints at the evolution of complex aromas where dried black fruits, graphite, and subtle notes of tobacco and spice interplay. On the palate, it reveals a powerful structure with dense, well-integrated tannins and balanced acidity, leading to a long, opulent finish that underscores its remarkable aging potential.
Vintage Highlights
The 1996 Bordeaux vintage, marked by ideal ripening conditions, produced grapes of impressive concentration and structure.
✔ Exceptional intensity and evolving complexity
✔ Harmonious balance of dried fruit, graphite, and spice
✔ Powerful structure with firm tannins and balanced acidity
✔ A vintage celebrated for its longevity and expressive depth
Why It’s Special
Château Latour 1996 epitomizes the estate’s unwavering commitment to excellence, blending raw power with finesse. Its evolving character and bold expression make it a prized gem for collectors and connoisseurs alike, capturing the very essence of Bordeaux winemaking.
Storage & Serving
✔ Store in a temperature- and humidity-controlled environment
✔ Ideal serving temperature: 16-18°C (60-65°F)
✔ Decant for 2 to 3 hours to fully reveal its layered aromas
Availability
Limited quantities ensure exclusivity for discerning collectors.
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