Château Latour-Martillac Rouge 2014, Grand Cru Classé (750 ml)

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93 poena - James Suckling

Château Latour-Martillac svoje ime duguje istorijskoj kuli koja i danas stoji među vinogradima, podsjećajući na srednjovjekovno porijeklo imanja i njegovu dugu ulogu na putu ka Bordeauxu. Poznato po profinjenom, terroir vođenom stilu, imanje dosljedno daje vina koja naglašavaju dimno-mineralni karakter Pessac-Léognana uz jasnoću i balans.

Berba 2014, oblikovana dugom i klasičnom vegetacijom, zasniva se na Cabernet Sauvignon-u uz Merlot i manje udjele Petit Verdot, pružajući suzdržaniji i strukturiraniji izraz u odnosu na bogatiju 2020.

U čaši se pokazuje duboka rubin crvena boja sa blagim granatnim nijansama. Na nosu je precizno i uzdignuto, sa aromama crne ribizle, crvene trešnje i šljive, uz slojeve kedra, grafita, duvana i suptilnih zemljano-dimnih tonova. Na nepcu je srednjeg tijela i fino strukturirano, sa svježom kisjelinom i jasno definisanim taninima; voće je elegantno i fokusirano, a završnica duga i harmonična, sa mineralnom svježinom, blagim začinima i klasičnom suzdržanošću.

93 points - James Suckling

Château Latour-Martillac takes its name from the historic tower that still stands among the vines, a reminder of the estate’s medieval origins and long-standing role along the route to Bordeaux. Known for its refined, terroir-driven style, the estate consistently delivers wines that highlight the smoky, mineral signature of Pessac-Léognan with clarity and balance.

The 2014 vintage, from a long and classical growing season, is based on Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and smaller proportions of Petit Verdot, offering a more restrained and structured expression compared to the richer 2020.

In the glass, it shows a deep ruby colour with slight garnet evolution. The nose is precise and lifted, with aromas of blackcurrant, red cherry, and plum, layered with notes of cedar, graphite, tobacco, and a subtle earthy-smoky nuance. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and finely structured, with fresh acidity and well-defined tannins; the fruit is elegant and focused, leading to a long, harmonious finish with mineral freshness, gentle spice, and classic restraint.