Region: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé (First Growth)
Format: 12 × 75 cl in Original Wooden Case (OWC)
Duty Status: In Bond (no UK duty/VAT paid — ideal for traders, export, and collectors)
Vintage & Producer Overview
Château Latour 1976 comes from one of Bordeaux’s most revered estates — a First Growth with extraordinary historical prestige and longevity. Despite the 1976 vintage being very warm and producing leaner wines compared to classic heavy hitters, Latour’s meticulous vineyard selection and terroir delivered a Pauillac with poise and fragrant maturity.
Tasting Notes (Mature Expression)
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Colour: Mature garnet with gentle brick hues
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Nose: Evolved aromas of cedar, cigar ash, tobacco leaf, dry cassis, and subtle earthy notes
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Palate: Medium-to-full body with refined structure, savoury complexity, and a lingering, balanced finish
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Profile: Elegant and developed with tertiary nuances (forest floor, leather, mineral) rather than fresh primary fruit — a true expression of age and Pauillac character
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Drinkability: Now fully mature and approachable (best enjoyed decanted)
This vintage is widely considered the standout of 1976 in Bordeaux at elite properties and is appreciated today for complexity and charm.
Why This Format Is Special
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Original Wooden Case (OWC): Highly sought after by collectors and investors, enhancing provenance and long-term value
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In Bond Storage: Stored in a duty-approved warehouse — no UK duty/VAT paid until removal from bond. This is ideal for trade, export, and cellar holdings.
Perfect For
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Fine wine collections and vertical Bordeaux cellars
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Birth year or milestone wine gifting
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Auctions, high-end tastings, and investment portfolios
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Restaurants and private clients seeking mature First Growth Bordeaux
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