Chateau Latour a Pomerol 2021

Region: Pomerol, Bordeaux, France

Grape: Merlot

Vineyard Practice: Sustainable

Culinary Suggestions: Grilled Red Meats, Lamb Shanks, Beef Stew, Lamb Chops

Alcohol: 13.5%

Bottle Size: 750ml

Château Latour à Pomerol 2021 exemplifies the sophistication of Pomerol wines. Known for producing wines of depth and structure, this historic estate has crafted a 2021 vintage that captures the essence of its gravel and clay-rich terroir.

Origins

 Latour à Pomerol, which draws its name from the tower that adorns this charming château, was acquired by Mme Loubat, who also owned Château Petrus, in 1917. Etablissements Jean-Pierre Moueix has farmed the vineyard since 1962. The vineyard is characterised by the diversity of its soils, which brings complexity and harmony to the wine: gravel and clay for a marvellous parcel next to the church of Pomerol; loam surrounding the château. The vineyard receives the same care applied to all the Ets. Jean-Pierre Moueix properties: leaf-thinning and green-harvesting to allow for optimal grape maturity followed by a manual harvest. The wine ferments in concrete vats before being aged in oak barrels. Château Latour à Pomerol is known for producing generous, concentrated wines that strike a perfect balance between elegance and power. 

Cork Tasting Notes

On the nose, the wine displays aromas of ripe red and black fruits, such as plum, black cherry, and cassis, intertwined with floral notes and a hint of spice. The palate is elegant yet powerful, offering velvety tannins and flavours of dark berries, liquorice, and earthy nuances.

Critic Reviews

92+ points

William Kelley, Wine Advocate Feb 2024

The 2021 Latour à Pomerol delivers a strong showing in bottle, unwinding in the glass to reveal aromas of minty dark berries, licorice, violets and pencil shavings, followed by a medium-bodied, fleshy and suave palate with good depth at the core, lively acids and powdery tannins that have integrated well with élevage.

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