Chateau la Tour Carnet Haut Medoc 2020 750ml

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Chateau la Tour Carnet Haut Medoc 2020 750ml

Name: Chateau la Tour Carnet Haut Medoc 2020 750ml
Brand: Chateau La Tour Carnet
SKU: 1012373
Price: 37.93 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 91.8 (6 reviews)

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SKU 1012373

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$37.93/bottle

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JS 94pts

WE 94pts

VM 92pts

WA 91pts

JD 91pts

WS 89pts

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Tight and linear with blackcurrant and lemon rind character. Medium-bodied and racy with very fine tannins and a bright finish. Shows energy and focus. Drinkable, but better in three or four years.

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

JS 94pts

James Suckling

Tight and linear with blackcurrant and lemon rind character. Medium-bodied and racy with very fine tannins and a bright finish. Shows energy and focus. Drinkable, but better in three or four years.

WE 94pts

Wine Enthusiast

92–94. Barrel Sample. This magnificent medieval castle controls a vineyard that is just inland from Saint-Julien. With its ripe perfumes and rich tannins, the wine has a powerful potential set against the tightly juicy black currant fruits.

VM 92pts

Vinous Media

The 2020 La Tour Carnet was impressive from barrel. Now in bottle, it has a composed and understated bouquet that grows in stature with aeration. A second bottle had a more accentuated marine scent. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, nicely judged acidity, very harmonious with an expressive, lightly spiced and persistent finish. Excellent.

WA 91pts

Wine Advocate

Aromas of raspberries, crème de cassis, cigar wrapper and loamy soil introduce the 2020 La Tour Carnet, a medium to full-bodied, velvety and polished wine that's more harmonious and better balanced than Magrez's Grands Chênes. This large estate has eaten up many of the Haut-Médoc's non-classified growths over the past decade to arrive at a surface area of over 130 hectares today.

JD 91pts

Jeb Dunnuck

Almost always a winner, the 2020 Château La Tour Carnet offers a terrific, medium-bodied, concentrated style as well as classic notes of ripe currants, darker cherries, spicy wood, and graphite. It has the vintage's more focused, classic, structured style, with ripe tannins and outstanding length. It's well worth seeking out and is going to evolve for at least a decade.

WS 89pts

Wine Spectator

This has a solid core of dark plum and blackberry fruit flavors that marry well with anise- and alder-accented toast. Stays focused through the finish. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2028.

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