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1997 Château LATOUR 1st Growth Pauillac / No Reserve, No Premium, 1997

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One absolutely pristine bopttle of Latour '97.

Apr 1998 Robert M. Parker, Jr. (90-92) Drink: 2002 - 2018
Latour's dynamic duo of Frederic Engerer and Christian Le Sommer suggested that the 1997 Latour may evolve along the lines of the brilliant 1967 (one of the two or three finest wines of that vintage, and one that continues to provide immense pleasure at 31 years of age. Latour's 1997 (49% of the production made it into the final blend) is composed of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot. The harvest began early (September 8) and proceeded intermittently over the following two weeks, ending on September 25. In contrast to the blockbuster 1996 (which I would now rate 96-98+), the 1997 is an expressive, open-knit wine that is already fun to drink. This deep ruby/purple-coloured claret offers up evolved aromas of cranberry jam intertwined with black currants and Latour's tell-tale, intense minerality. By Latour's standards it is neither immense nor massive, but rather, elegant with a sweet, ripe attack, velvety tannin, medium body, and a round, graceful, stylish finish. This beautifully knit, harmonious Latour is already evolved for such a young age. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2018.

Like so many of the 1997s I tasted, Latour's offerings are extremely evolved, soft, precocious tasting wines that are easy to comprehend.



Jul 2008 Neal Martin 91 Drink 2008 - 2018
Compared to Lafite ’97, this seems more mature on the nose and lacking the similar sense of harmony. Blackberry, cedar, damson, cigar box – but just lacking some vigour and chutzpah. The palate is better than the nose, harmonious with Latour’s signature firmness. Great definition, more weight than Lafite with notes of blackberry, leather, tobacco and a touch of game leading to a tannic, natural, tobacco-infused finish. A conservative Latour that does not particularly transcend the vintage. Drink now-2018. Tasted September 2006.
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1997 Château LATOUR 1st Growth Pauillac / No Reserve, No Premium

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Red

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France, Alsace, NA

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Into Neck (IN)

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1 & 2 bottles £12. 3-12 bottles £16 & 13-24 bottles £20 to mainland Britain. Elsewhere, please ask for a quote. PayPal is accepted but their fees will be invoiced: GB 4% & elsewhere 5%.
From BA22, Somerset, United Kingdom
Worldwide but not USA, Syria etc - all too complicated.

1997 Château LATOUR 1st Growth Pauillac / No Reserve, No Premium, 1997

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One absolutely pristine bopttle of Latour '97.

Apr 1998 Robert M. Parker, Jr. (90-92) Drink: 2002 - 2018
Latour's dynamic duo of Frederic Engerer and Christian Le Sommer suggested that the 1997 Latour may evolve along the lines of the brilliant 1967 (one of the two or three finest wines of that vintage, and one that continues to provide immense pleasure at 31 years of age. Latour's 1997 (49% of the production made it into the final blend) is composed of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot. The harvest began early (September 8) and proceeded intermittently over the following two weeks, ending on September 25. In contrast to the blockbuster 1996 (which I would now rate 96-98+), the 1997 is an expressive, open-knit wine that is already fun to drink. This deep ruby/purple-coloured claret offers up evolved aromas of cranberry jam intertwined with black currants and Latour's tell-tale, intense minerality. By Latour's standards it is neither immense nor massive, but rather, elegant with a sweet, ripe attack, velvety tannin, medium body, and a round, graceful, stylish finish. This beautifully knit, harmonious Latour is already evolved for such a young age. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2018.

Like so many of the 1997s I tasted, Latour's offerings are extremely evolved, soft, precocious tasting wines that are easy to comprehend.



Jul 2008 Neal Martin 91 Drink 2008 - 2018
Compared to Lafite ’97, this seems more mature on the nose and lacking the similar sense of harmony. Blackberry, cedar, damson, cigar box – but just lacking some vigour and chutzpah. The palate is better than the nose, harmonious with Latour’s signature firmness. Great definition, more weight than Lafite with notes of blackberry, leather, tobacco and a touch of game leading to a tannic, natural, tobacco-infused finish. A conservative Latour that does not particularly transcend the vintage. Drink now-2018. Tasted September 2006.
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Item ID:

187015

Name:

1997 Château LATOUR 1st Growth Pauillac / No Reserve, No Premium

Producer:

Quantity / Size:

1 bottles, 75cl each

Duty Status:

Duty Paid

Wine Type:

Red

Country / Region:

France, Alsace, NA

Fill Level:

Into Neck (IN)

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1 & 2 bottles £12. 3-12 bottles £16 & 13-24 bottles £20 to mainland Britain. Elsewhere, please ask for a quote. PayPal is accepted but their fees will be invoiced: GB 4% & elsewhere 5%.
From BA22, Somerset, United Kingdom
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Worldwide but not USA, Syria etc - all too complicated.

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