Latour 2005
Latour 2005 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot (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 £890.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarecrow 2022 Scarecrow · Napa Valley | £900.00 | |||
| Verite La Joie 2011 Verite · Sonoma County | £904.00 | |||
| Harlan Estate, The Mascot 2022 Harlan Estate · Napa Valley | £870.00 | |||
| Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum 2016 Eisele Vineyard · Napa Valley | £910.00 |
The 2005 vintage was widely hailed as exceptional, with very dry, warm and sunny conditions resulting in wines of formidable concentration, complexity and structure. True to form, Château Latour has produced a superlative release that could contest for one of the top wines of the vintage. A blend of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon with the balance of Merlot and Petit Verdot, it is full-bodied, powerful and incredibly deep, offering classical notes of cassis, black cherry, truffle, spring flowers and graphite. Now just about sneaking into its drinking window, decanting is highly recommended.