Latour 2001

Latour 2001
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Region: Pauillac, Bordeaux


Blend: 17% Merlot, 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot


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Chateau Latour 2001 displays a classic and distinguished character with a deep, dark color. The nose is intense and complex, with aromas of black currant, cedar, graphite, and a touch of tobacco. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, with a solid tannic structure that is balanced by a great purity of fruit. The finish is long and persistent, revealing notes of spices and minerals. This wine has the potential to age well and develop more complexity over time. It is a great addition to the succession of great vintages of recent years.


Robert Parker - 95 Points

"A brilliant offering, which should be drinkable much earlier than the blockbuster 2000, the 2001 Latour boasts an inky/ruby/purple color to the rim as well as a glorious bouquet of black currants, crushed stones, vanilla, and hints of truffles and oak. A blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance primarily Merlot with a touch of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it reveals a sweetness on the palate that is atypical for such a young Latour. The beautiful integration of tannin, acidity, and wood is stunning. The wine flows across the palate with fabulous texture, purity, and presence. This luscious, full-bodied Latour was surprisingly open-knit on the three occasions I tasted it from bottle. However, do not mistake its aging ability as this 2001, despite its precociousness, will last 20-25 years. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2025."


Antonio Galloni - 97+ Points

"The 2001 Latour is magnificent. A huge, structured wine, the 2001 Latour boasts notable depth to match its vertical, towering structure and pure power. At nearly fifteen years of age, the 2001 remains deep, virile and imposing. With air, the 2001 is a approachable now, but ideally it needs at least a few more years in bottle. This is a superb showing by any measure. Frédéric Engerer adds that 2001 was the last vintage that was lightly filtered prior to bottling."

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