CH.LATOUR PAUILLAC 1994 750ml

ABOUT THE WINE

Château Latour Pauillac is one of the most prestigious and renowned wine estates in the world, located in the Pauillac appellation of the Médoc region in Bordeaux, France. Classified as a First Growth (Premier Grand Cru Classé) in the historic 1855 Bordeaux Classification, it is celebrated for producing powerful, structured, and long-lived red wines that are considered benchmarks of Bordeaux excellence. The 1994 Château Latour Grand Vin is primarily Cabernet Sauvignon (likely 75–80%), blended with Merlot (15–20%), and smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Exact proportions aren’t always specified but reflect the estate’s Cabernet-driven style.

TASTING NOTE:

The 1994 Château Latour is a testament to the estate’s consistency, delivering a serious, intellectual wine with classic Pauillac character. It’s ideal for enthusiasts seeking a mature First Growth without the premium of iconic vintages. Deep ruby in youth, now evolved to a garnet-brick color with slight tawny edges. Complex and mature, with aromas of blackberry, cassis, and dried cherry, layered with leather, tobacco, graphite, wet earth, and hints of spice (cedar, clove). Some tasters note a subtle green bell pepper note, reflecting the vintage’s cooler moments. Medium to full-bodied, with firm, grippy tannins that have softened over time but remain prominent. It offers concentrated dark fruit, balanced by fresh acidity and a savory, mineral-driven core. The finish is long and structured, with earthy and graphite nuances. Critics describe it as “classic” and “austere,” with a leaner profile than richer vintages. Drinking well now, the 1994 has reached a mature plateau and should hold through 2030–2035 for well-stored bottles, though its peak may be nearing.