COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Château la Tour de By
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château la Tour de By 2019 is a red Bordeaux Blend from the Médoc AOC, a region known for its classic wine styles. The estate has a long history, with vines cultivated for centuries and the property dating back to 1599. It was acquired by the Pages family in 1965 and is now managed by the third generation. The vineyards are situated on gravel ridges near the Gironde estuary, benefiting from a microclimate conducive to growing Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. The 2019 vintage is noted for its favorable weather conditions, leading to concentrated fruit.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate dates back to 1599.
Fact 02
Name inspired by a 1825 lighthouse tower.
Fact 03
Vineyards overlook the Gironde estuary.
Fact 04
Average vine age is around 40 years.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Château la Tour de By 2019 involves fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel and oak vats, with maceration lasting 3 to 5 weeks. Malolactic fermentation is carried out in vats. The wine then undergoes aging for approximately 12 to 18 months in French oak barrels, with a portion of new oak used. Traditional farming practices are employed in the vineyards, including soil cultivation and the use of natural compost.
