Les Forts de Latour 1992, Château Latour

Les Forts de Latour 1992, Château Latour

Date Tasted: 12/2022

Les Fortes de Latour is the second label of Château Latour. It is a common practice in the Bordeaux region of all the major Château to produce a second less expensive label than the Grand Vin yet produced with the same meticulous care as the Grand Vin, both in the vineyard and in the winery. The main differences between the second label and the Grand Vin are the grapes' origin (young vines or less prominent plots), the new oak proportion and usually the higher proportion of Merlot in the final blend. 

Even now, after I have tasted the Les Fortes de Latour, I struggle to believe that it was in such an excellent condition. After all, it is a 30-year-old wine! 

Appearance: Medium garnet colour.

Nose: It is alive and kicking with intense eucalyptus and medicinal aromas that captivate the nostrils. As it aerates, it brings out the red and black fruits such as gooseberry, blackberry and blueberry. Highly complex and surprisingly fresh.

Palate: It is full-bodied with high acidity and extraordinary freshness. The tannins are almost melting. The balance and the grace are admirable. It has an intense core of red and dark fruits with tons of spice, leather, and chocolate. The aftertaste is long and delicious. 

Drink: It's fantastic but take your time to empty your cellar.

Food Pairing: Dry-aged steak.

Score: 96

Name: Les Forts de Latour

Producer: Château Latour

Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Vintage: 1992

Region: AOC Pauillac, Bordeaux, France

Alcohol: 12,5%

Retail Price: 250€

Serving temperature: 16-18 C°

Drink it until 2029