2015 Château Latour Martillac

📌 Description

Château Latour-Martillac 2015 is a structured and harmonious Pessac-Léognan from a particularly successful sunny vintage on the gravel soils. This wine combines concentration, aromatic precision, and elegance, offering depth without excessive power.

🍇 Grape Varieties

A blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot and a touch of Petit Verdot.

An intense and refined profile: blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry, cedar, graphite, tobacco, fine spices, and subtle smoky notes.

🌍 Region / Country

Bordeaux – Pessac-Léognan (France).

Classified as a Cru Classé de Graves, Château Latour-Martillac is planted on deep gravel soils, providing structure, freshness, and excellent ageing potential.

🌡️ Serving Temperature

Serve between 16 and 18 °C (61–64 °F).

Decant for about 1 hour to soften the tannic framework.

⏳ Ageing Potential

20 to 30 years.

• 2023–2029: structured youth, precise dark fruit, firm tannins.

• 2030–2045+: peak maturity with tertiary complexity (cigar box, fine leather, forest floor, noble spices).

👁️ Appearance

• Color: deep garnet with violet highlights.

• Clarity: dense and brilliant.

• Legs: thick and regular.

👃 Nose

• Aromatic intensity: expressive and precise.

• First nose: blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry.

• Second nose: cedar, graphite, tobacco, smoky nuance.

👄 Palate

• Attack: broad and structured.

• Structure: firm yet fine tannins, vibrant freshness, controlled balance.

• Dominant aromas: ripe dark fruits, cedar, mineral notes.

• Overall balance: powerful yet harmonious.

• Length: long, elegant, gently spiced finish.

🍽️ Food Pairings

• Grilled or dry-aged beef.

• Roast lamb.

• Game dishes.

• Aged cheeses.

⭐ Overall Impression / Style

Château Latour-Martillac 2015 embodies the classic Pessac-Léognan style, combining structure, freshness, and aromatic depth. A balanced and precise wine built for ageing.