Latour 1985
Latour 1985 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc (Pauillac, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork. Cheapest offer £6900.00 at Hedonism Wines.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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Château Latour 1985 is a First Growth red wine from Pauillac in Bordeaux. This 600cl bottle contains a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot from a warm and consistent growing season. The wine is characterised by its harmony and aromatic complexity, showing softer tannins than other notable decades of the 1980s. Cedar, leather, tobacco and dried currants appear on the nose, while an elegant and refined texture is supported by perfectly balanced acidity.