Les Forts de Latour Pauillac 2008 1.5Ltr

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Les Forts de Latour Pauillac 2008 1.5Ltr

Name: Les Forts de Latour Pauillac 2008 1.5Ltr
Brand: Les Forts De Latour
SKU: 1046479
Price: 403.26 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 91.9 (7 reviews)

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1.5Ltr

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SKU 1046479

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JS 93pts

WE 93pts

VM 92pts

DC 92pts

JD 92pts

WA 91pts

WS 90pts

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Lots of cassis and floral aromas with hints of spice such as white pepper. Full body, silky tannins and a bright and clean finish. Goes on for minutes. Pretty Les Forts. Drink or hold.

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Pauillac

Size: 1.5Ltr
Color: Red

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Winery

Les Forts De Latour

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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

Pauillac

Pauillac, a prestigious appellation within Bordeaux's Left Bank, stands as a vinous crown jewel renowned for its exceptional red wines. Home to some of the world's most illustrious châteaux, including Lafite Rothschild and Latour, Pauillac is synonymous with Cabernet Sauvignon-driven blends. What makes Pauillac unique is its impeccable terroir, characterized by deep gravel soils and a maritime influence from the Gironde estuary, creating wines of unparalleled power, structure, and longevity. Cabernet Sauvignon thrives in this environment, contributing to Pauillac's signature style—a harmonious blend of cassis, graphite, and cedar. The region's famed classification system of 1855, which ranked châteaux based on reputation, further highlights Pauillac's commitment to excellence. Exploring Pauillac wines unveils the epitome of Bordeaux winemaking, where tradition, meticulous vineyard management, and the art of blending converge to produce wines that exemplify the grandeur and sophistication of this esteemed appellation.

Ratings & Reviews

JS 93pts

James Suckling

Lots of cassis and floral aromas with hints of spice such as white pepper. Full body, silky tannins and a bright and clean finish. Goes on for minutes. Pretty Les Forts. Drink or hold.

WE 93pts

Wine Enthusiast

Rich and fresh, with firm dark tannins, acidity and true black currant flavor. There is a chewy, chalky texture underlying beautiful fruit.

VM 92pts

Vinous Media

The 2008 Les Forts de Latour has a clean and precise bouquet with blackberry, raspberry and pressed flower scents that blossom in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, crisp and focused with a sappy blackberry and bilberry finish that still feels quite grippy. Two bottles were opened, quite different from each other, but the better one suggests it will give another decade of drinking pleasure. (Tasted at BI Wine & Spirit’s annual 10-Year On tasting.)

DC 92pts

Decanter

A more serious outing than the Petit Mouton, as you might expect, and one that seems to bundle up Pauillac and transcend the vintage - proof that grape variety is only part of the story, if you look at the relative amounts of Cabernet and Merlot in these two wines. It's a striking, approachable Forts de Latour that flirts with ripeness, bursting with juicy black fruits, charcoal, slate and flint with a touch of austerity. This is precise, poised, masculine and enjoyable. Drinking Window 2018 - 2038.

JD 92pts

Jeb Dunnuck

The second wine of this estate shouldn’t be underestimated, and it’s always a brilliant wine in its own right. The 2008 Les Forts de Latour is 66% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Merlot, and it has a classic Latour – and Pauillac – style in its medium to full-bodied, balanced, focused profile. Offering up ample dark fruits, tobacco, and cedar pencil, it has beautiful concentration, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It’s more approachable and ready to go than the Grand Vin, yet certainly has another 10-15 years of prime drinking.

WA 91pts

Wine Advocate

Tasted at the château, the Les Forts de Latour 2008, a late cellar release from the estate, has a very delineated bouquet with blackberry, black truffle and cedar aromas the gently unfold in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with a feisty entry, touches of white pepper, graphite and bell pepper on the entry that neatly complement the black fruit, which dovetails into a poised, minty finish. This is an excellent Les Forts de Latour that should age easily over the next 10-15 years. Tasted June 2015.

WS 90pts

Wine Spectator

This is rounded and pure, with red and black currant, black tea, roasted apple wood and sanguine notes all gliding through the supple, focused finish. Not big, but has balance and length. Drink now through 2017. 12,900 cases made.

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