Chateau Latour • Pauillac, France
Château Latour is the iconic Grand Vin of the First Growth estate in Pauillac, crafted almost entirely from old Cabernet…Château Latour is the iconic Grand Vin of the First Growth estate in Pauillac, crafted almost entirely from old Cabernet Sauvignon‑dominant vines in the famed l’Enclos parcel overlooking the Gironde. Renowned for its immense structure, long…Learn More »
$800
/750ml
1999 Retail Average
93
/100
1999 Pro Rating
Classic Pauillac character leads the 1999 Château Latour, with cool dark currant and black cherry layered over graphite, cedar and dried tobacco, all wrapped in a poised, medium-bodied frame. The palate feels refined and harmonious rather than massive, its polished tannins and savory, mineral-edged finish giving an impression of depth, restraint and quiet authority more than sheer power. This vintage shows Latour’s finesse, drinking beautifully now yet still carrying the structure to age further with grace.
Roast lamb with rosemary; Dry-aged ribeye steak; Duck breast with red wine jus
Château Latour is the iconic Grand Vin of the First Growth estate in Pauillac, crafted almost entirely from old Cabernet Sauvignon‑dominant vines in the famed l’Enclos parcel overlooking the Gironde. Renowned for its immense structure, longevity, and precision, it typically blends Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, expressing the powerful yet refined character of Médoc’s deep gravel terroir.