{"title":"Chateau Latour-Martillac","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"chateau-latour-martillac-pessac-leognan-grand-cru-classe-rouge-2019","title":"Chateau Latour Martillac Pessac Leognan Grand Cru Classe Rouge 2019","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau Latour Martillac Pessac Leognan Grand Cru Classe Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003estill red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that faithfully expresses the Bordeaux region. Recognised as a \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Cru Classé de Graves\u003c\/strong\u003e, it stands out for its harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot grapes. In the glass, it displays a ruby red colour with bright violet highlights, hinting at a significant structure. On the palate, it is \u003cstrong\u003esavoury and fruity\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering an enveloping, persistent and elegant flavour profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere does it come from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are grown in \u003cstrong\u003ePessac-Léognan\u003c\/strong\u003e, France, where Chateau Latour-Martillac boasts a centuries-old history dating back to the 13th century. The estate cultivates its vines on a complex \u003cstrong\u003esoil composition\u003c\/strong\u003e, characterised by a pebbly base enriched with clay and limestone. This unique geological matrix shapes the wine’s olfactory identity, supporting an aromatic bouquet in which clear scents of \u003cstrong\u003ered fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e stand out, accompanied by warm spicy notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification concludes with a slow maturation process involving \u003cstrong\u003eageing in oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for a period ranging from eighteen to twenty months. This evolution softens the tannic texture and enriches the wine with structural complexity. To fully appreciate its aromatic nuances, it is recommended to \u003cstrong\u003edecant\u003c\/strong\u003e for about an hour before serving, ideally between 16 and 18°C. Its profile makes it perfect for \u003cstrong\u003epairing with meat\u003c\/strong\u003e, pork roasts and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith roots dating back to the 13th century, Château Latour-Martillac represents the true excellence of Bordeaux. This prestigious estate, classified since 1953 as a \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Cru Classé de Graves\u003c\/strong\u003e, cultivates its vines on \u003cstrong\u003egravelly, clay and limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e that are particularly well-suited. Thanks to the invaluable advice of Michel Rolland, the 2019 vintage expresses an unparalleled charm, awarded 95 points by James Suckling. 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This \u003cstrong\u003eblend of great structure\u003c\/strong\u003e is created from the union of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. To the eye, it displays a ruby red colour with violet highlights, which anticipates a bouquet of red and black fruits enhanced by clear spicy notes. On the palate, it is juicy and creamy, with a fruity freshness supported by fine and elegant tannins. Thanks to its \u003cstrong\u003edecades-long ageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e, it pairs beautifully with \u003cstrong\u003ered meats and mature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring a harmonious sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine originates in Martillac, in the historic Graves region of Bordeaux. Chateau Latour-Martillac manages forty-two hectares of vineyards rooted in \u003cstrong\u003epebbly soils of Pyrenean origin\u003c\/strong\u003e, with clay and limestone components. These soil characteristics are fundamental in giving the wine a distinct flavour profile and a solid balance between the fruity and tannic elements. Recognised since 1953 among the \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Cru Classé de Graves\u003c\/strong\u003e, this red elegantly expresses the vocation and complexity of the \u003cstrong\u003eFrench terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe creation of this wine benefits from the expertise of oenologist Michel Rolland, who precisely defines the \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. In the cellar, the work is aimed at enhancing the distinctive traits of Pessac Leognan, focusing on measured extraction to achieve an \u003cstrong\u003eelegant tannic texture\u003c\/strong\u003e. To fully appreciate its density and aromatic richness, it is recommended to \u003cstrong\u003edecant for one hour\u003c\/strong\u003e before serving. Served at an \u003cstrong\u003eideal temperature of 17°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, the wine offers a persistent and well-structured finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1884, the Château Latour-Martillac estate stands on gravelly soil of Pyrenean origin. Historically renowned for its whites, since 1953 the property has also shone among the \u003cstrong\u003eCru Classé de Graves\u003c\/strong\u003e for its reds of rare elegance. Thanks to the talent of the famous oenologist \u003cstrong\u003eMichel Rolland\u003c\/strong\u003e, the winery enhances the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003ePessac-Léognan\u003c\/strong\u003e appellation through its 42 hectares of vineyards. 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