Region: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé (First Growth)
Format: 12 × 75 cl in Original Wooden Case (OWC)
Duty Status: In Bond — duty/VAT not paid (ideal for trade, export & cellar storage)
Vintage & Producer Overview
Château Latour 2009 is one of the most acclaimed modern vintages from Latour, combining power, purity, and balance with outstanding aging potential. Consistently earning top scores from critics (many near or at 100 points), this wine reflects a near-perfect growing season with ideal ripeness and structure.
Tasting Notes (Youthful, Cellar-Ready)
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Colour: Deep garnet-ruby with youthful intensity
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Nose: Layered aromas of ripe blackcurrants, cassis, cedar chest, graphite, smoked tobacco and mineral nuances
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Palate: Full-bodied and concentrated, with velvety tannins, precision, freshness and a long, mineral finish
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Profile: A classic Latour — richly endowed with fruit, superb balance, and complexity that will continue to build with age
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Cellaring: Drinking window spans decades (very long-term potential)
This vintage has been praised for its powerful structure and precision, reminiscent of great Latour vintages, while showing exceptional harmony and aromatic depth.
Why This Format Is Special
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Original Wooden Case (OWC): A premium collector’s format that enhances provenance and desirability
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In Bond: Stored in a duty-approved warehouse — no UK duty/VAT paid, perfect for collectors, traders and export markets
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Investment Appeal: Highly sought after by connoisseurs and fine wine investors
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