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LATOUR-MARTILLAC Blanc (Château) |
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| PROPRIETOR |
The Kressmann family |
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| APPELLATION |
Pessac-Léognan, Cru Classé |
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| COMMUNE |
Martillac |
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| VINEYARD |
38 hectares planted on Pyrenean gravel on terraces. |
| VARIETALS |
44% Sauvignon
54% Sémillon
2% Muscadelle
Average age: 40 years |
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| PRODUCTION |
4 000 - 5 000 cs |
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| VINIFICATION |
100% harvested by hand with numerous passages for the white grapes. Traditionally vinified with 3 weeks fermentation in stainless steel vats with rigorous temperature control (18°C for the white).
This white wine is aged 12 to 15 months in oak of which 40 to 50% are renewed each year. |
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| STYLE |
This wine presents a light greenish yellow colour. The nose is intense, with fruity hints of grapefruit and exotic fruits. Aeration brings out even more freshness and complexity. Very full, aromatic, soft and round on the palate. A complete wine which regularly proves to be a safe value. |
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| MARKET NOTE |
Since the return to the Bordeaux market-place with the 1995 vintage, the wines of Latour Martillac have significantly increased in quality. Today, in light of the Kressmann’s coherent pricing policy, Latour Martillac arguably represent one of Bordeaux’s best values amongst the Crus Classés.
The tower, beautifully gracing the main courtyard, gave its name to the estate. It is the only trace left of a small fortified castle built in the 12th century by Montesquieu’s forefathers.
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High Resolution
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