Chateau la Tour Carnet Haut Medoc 2018 750ml

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Chateau la Tour Carnet Haut Medoc 2018 750ml

Name: Chateau la Tour Carnet Haut Medoc 2018 750ml
Brand: Chateau La Tour Carnet
SKU: 847653
Price: 49.94 USD
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Rating: 91.6 (7 reviews)

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The vineyards surrounding the 12th-century castle have produced this rich and densely structured wine. Powerful tannins give a smoky character to the ripe, black-plum fruits. It definitely needs aging, so drink from 2026.

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Haut Medoc

Size: 750ml
Color: Red

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Winery

Chateau La Tour Carnet

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Varietal

Red Bordeaux

There are few regions in the world with stricter regulations in regards to wine production and grape varietals than those found in Bordeaux, France. Here, in the home of the world's finest wines, the type and quality of grapes used is of utmost importance, and the legendary wineries which work on the banks of the Gironde river have mastered the careful art of juice blending to find the perfect balance for their produce. Whilst there are six 'official' Bordeaux grapes, the two key varietals for almost every fine Bordeaux wine are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and with good reason. Whilst Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are renowned for their acidity and astringency, strong fruit and spice flavors and full body, Merlot grapes are notably rounded, soft, fleshy and lighter on tannin. The combination of these two varietals, along with a small percentage of (commonly) Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc, is the perfect balancing act â€“ the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region

Bordeaux

Bordeaux: The Pinnacle of Terroir Expression In the illustrious realm of wine, Bordeaux stands as a beacon of excellence, where history, tradition, and terroir converge to create some of the world’s most iconic wines. Bordeaux’s rich mosaic of vineyards is characterized by the left bank, right bank, and the sweet symphony of Sauternes. Each of […]

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Appellation

Haut Medoc

Haut-Médoc, a distinguished appellation within Bordeaux's Left Bank, epitomizes the timeless elegance and structure of Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines. What makes Haut-Médoc unique is its prestigious terroir, encompassing renowned communes like Margaux and Pauillac, where gravelly soils and maritime influences from the Gironde estuary converge to create optimal grape-growing conditions. The wines of Haut-Médoc are predominantly blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. This assemblage yields wines with firm tannins, dark fruit flavors, and a characteristic cedar or tobacco note. Haut-Médoc is home to several classified growths, including illustrious châteaux like Lafite Rothschild and Latour, showcasing the region's commitment to excellence. Exploring Haut-Médoc offers wine enthusiasts a journey into the heart of Bordeaux winemaking, where centuries of tradition, meticulous vineyard management, and the art of blending converge to produce wines of exceptional depth, complexity, and age-worthy character.

Ratings & Reviews

WE 93pts

Wine Enthusiast

JS 92pts

James Suckling

Blueberries, plums and blackberries, as well as herbal notes. It’s medium-to full-bodied with solid, tight tannins. Fine texture with pleasant acidity and a nice grain. Blackcurrant and light tar in the aftertaste. Try after 2024.

VM 92pts

Vinous Media

The 2018 La Tour Carnet has calmed down a bit since I tasted it in barrel, but it still delivers plenty of punch. Inky dark red fruit, cedar, mint, dried herbs, mocha and pipe tobacco give the 2018 notable complexity. Somber and a bit brooding, the 2018 is going to need a few years to be at its best, which is always the case here. Bernard Magrez makes a wide range of compelling wines. La Tour Carnet is one of his finest.

DC 92pts

Decanter

Clear, rippling black cherry and raspberry fruits; beautiful aromatics with floral edging. This has a pretty tight layer of tannins to navigate through before you get to the fruit, but it is early days and this has plenty of distinction to suggest that it will age well. Has character, but needs a good few years to soften.

JD 92pts

Jeb Dunnuck

Lots of impressive cassis and currant fruit as well as tobacco, lead pencil, new leather, and spice notes emerge from the 2018 Château Tour Carnet. It's a medium to full-bodied, beautifully balanced, elegant 2018 with good concentration, ripe tannins, a solid spine of acidity, and outstanding length. It's well worth buying multiple bottles and is going to drink brilliantly for 15 years or more.

WA 90pts

Wine Advocate

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 la Tour Carnet is a little closed and broody to begin, slowly unfurling to offer glimpses at notions of tar, star anise, damp soil and tapenade with a core of stewed plums and boysenberries, plus a waft of cassis. The medium-bodied palate has lovely freshness and bags of savory-laced black fruits framed by rounded tannins, finishing with a lively lift.

WS 90pts

Wine Spectator

Cassis and cherry notes stream through, laced with light anise, black tea and sweet tobacco accents along the way. Late tug of earth on the finish adds nice contrast. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2028. 48,300 cases made.

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