1996 Chateau Latour Pauillac Bordeaux - 99 pts - OWC 12 x 750ml

A spectacular Latour the 1996 may be the modern day clone of the 1966 only riper. This vintage which is so variable in Pomerol St.-Emilion and Graves was fabulous for the late-harvested Cabernet Sauvignon of the northern Medoc because of splendid weather in late September and early October. An opaque purple color is followed by phenomenally sweet pure aromas of cassis infused with subtle minerals. This massive offering possesses unreal levels of extract full body intensely ripe but abundant tannin and a finish that lasts for nearly a minute. Classic and dense it displays the potential for 50-75 years of longevity. Although still an infant it would be educational to taste a bottle. RP

Varietal	Bordeaux Blend
Vintage	1996
Rating	RP99/ST95
Bottle Size	12 x 750ml
Bottle Quantity	1
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux
Location	Pauillac
Producer	Latour Chateau
Color	Red
Wine Type	Table

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RP99 - 1996 Chateau Latour Pauillac Bordeaux - 99 pts A spectacular Latour the 1996 may be the modern day clone of the 1966 only riper. This vintage which is so variable in Pomerol St.-Emilion and Graves was fabulous for the late-harvested Cabernet Sauvignon of the northern Medoc because of splendid weather in late September and early October. An opaque purple color is followed by phenomenally sweet pure aromas of cassis infused with subtle minerals. This massive offering possesses unreal levels of extract full body intensely ripe but abundant tannin and a finish that lasts for nearly a minute. Classic and dense it displays the potential for 50-75 years of longevity. Although still an infant it would be educational to taste a bottle. RP

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Varietal	Bordeaux Blend
Vintage	1996
Rating	RP99/ST95
Bottle Size	12 x 750ml
Bottle Quantity	1
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux
Location	Pauillac
Producer	Latour Chateau
Color	Red
Wine Type	Table