COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2010
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Château Latour
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Latour 2010 is a First Growth wine from the Pauillac appellation in Bordeaux, France. Produced by Château Latour, it is primarily composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller proportions of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. The 2010 vintage is recognized for its exceptional concentration and structure, attributed to ideal growing conditions. The estate itself has a long history, dating back to the 14th century, and was classified as a First Growth in 1855. The current owner, François Pinault, has overseen the estate since 1993, maintaining a focus on producing wines with significant aging potential.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€2012
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Considered one of the finest wines of the 21st century.
Fact 02
Received 100 points from multiple top critics.
Fact 03
Withdrew from the futures market in 2012.
Fact 04
Expected to age for 50-100 years.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Château Latour 2010 begins with grapes sourced from the estate's oldest vines, averaging 60 years old, within the Enclos. The harvest dates were September 20th for Merlot and October 4th for Cabernet Sauvignon, benefiting from ideal vintage conditions. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel vats with temperature control. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for approximately 18 months in 100% new French oak barrels, with racking occurring every three months. The average yield was 48 hectoliters per hectare, and the production volume for the 2010 vintage represented a small portion of the estate's total output.
