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Château Latour, Les Forts De Latour, 2020

Château Latour, Les Forts De Latour, 2020

Château Latour | Bordeaux, France
96/100Jeb Dunnuck 96/100James Suckling 95/100Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Les Forts de Latour is made from younger vines and parcels not used in the grand vin, but it is vinified with the same care and aged in French oak, resulting in a wine with impressive depth and ageing potential for a second label.

Château Latour is situated in the heart of the Médoc wine region, about 50 km north-west of Bordeaux, where the legend of Bordeaux vineyards began. The Château’s prime terroir, l’Enclos, overlooks the Gironde Estuary which over the centuries, has given the vineyard its geological complexity and, on a daily basis, ensures a mild climate.

What the critics say:

96/100Jeb Dunnuck

"A blockbuster of a Les Forts, the 2020 Les Forts de Latour is based on 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26.5% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot and aged 18 months in 60% new French oak. Its deep ruby/plum hue is followed by textbook Latour notes of currants, melted crayon, graphite, and lead pencil shavings. Medium to full-bodied, dense, and concentrated on the palate, it has a powerful, structured mouthfeel, remarkable purity, perfectly ripe tannins, and a great, great finish. It might be the finest Les Forts I've tasted. Hitting 13.1% alcohol, it's approachable today yet has another 30 years of longevity. Drink 2026-2056."

96/100James Suckling

"Blue fruits and lead pencil come through here. Medium to full body. Firm and silky tannins and a crisp and citrusy finish. Nice zest. Floral and fruity. Al dente fruit. Needs four or five years to show its excellence. Try after 2028."

95/100Antonio Galloni, Vinous

"The 2020 Les Forts de Latour is superb. Hints of gravel, dried herbs, game and licorice weave through a core of dark red/purplish fruit. Spice, cedar and sweet pipe tobacco follow. The purity of the flavors is just striking. Initially a touch reticent, the 2020 fleshes out beautifully with a bit of air. I would give this at least another year or two in bottle. A magnificent Forts de Latour."

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There are few wines all over the world with the prestige, history and inherent quality of Château Latour. Well-known for its near-peerless ability to age, the aromas and flavours it develops along the way have seen it attract huge praise and fervent followers for centuries.

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