Region: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
Classification: Premier 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 and export)
Vintage Overview
The 1983 vintage in Bordeaux was a moderate year — not as heralded as great classics like 1982 or 1986, but at elite estates such as Latour it produced wines of refinement and distinctive character. At Latour, this resulted in an elegant, medium-bodied expression of Pauillac that has aged gracefully.
Tasting Notes (Matured)
Now well into maturity, this vintage typically shows:
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Colour: Mature garnet with brick hues
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Nose: Aromas of dried black fruits, tobacco leaf, cedar, leather and subtle forest floor
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Palate: Medium-bodied and balanced with classic Pauillac savoury notes, gentle tannins and a refined finish
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Style: Earthy and poised rather than blockbuster, with tertiary complexity from ageing
Vintage assessments vary — some reviewers find this a refined and pleasurable Latour, while others describe it as less intense than typical Latour grand vin.
Why OWC In Bond Is Valuable
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Original Wooden Case: Collectible presentation preferred by investors and collectors
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In Bond: Stored in a duty-approved warehouse — taxes and duty not paid until removal from bond (facilitates trade and export)
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Provenance: Many cases with excellent documented storage history appear at auction with strong traceability.
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