Chateau Latour-Martillac Grand Cru Classe De Graves Pessac-Leognan 2017

The 2017 Chateau Latour-Martillac is a classic red wine from the Pessac-Leognan appellation in Bordeaux, France. This Graves Classified Growth features a blend dominated by 63 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by 30 percent Merlot and 7 percent Petit Verdot. Despite a challenging growing season marked by spring frost, the vintage is characterized by great freshness and aromatic intensity, offering a bouquet of blackcurrant, black cherry, and subtle notes of spice, licorice, and smoke. On the palate, the wine provides a dense and creamy texture with a firm tannic structure and vibrant acidity, reflecting its aging in 40 percent new oak barrels. With an alcohol content of 13.5 percent, it is recognized for its elegance, long finish, and aging potential.