Second wine of Chateau Latour Martillac Blanc
Brand: Ch.Latour Martillac
Product: Lagrave Martillac Blanc
Vintage: 2021
Color: White
Origin: France / Bordeaux region
Capacity: 750ml
AOC: Pessac-Léognan
Grape varieties: 55% Sauvignon Blanc, 45% Semillon
DINING
This wine pairs well with shellfish such as oysters and white fish carpaccio, as well as Japanese cuisine such as sushi, sashimi, and tempura.
TASTING
The wine is dominated by the refreshing aroma of Sauvignon Blanc, and is very well balanced with the fresh citrus fruitiness and umami flavor of old Semillon vines.
COMMENT
Chateau Latour-Martillac is one of the most famous chateaux in the Graves region of Bordeaux. It was owned by the Bordeaux wine merchant Cressmann family in 1871. Both its red and white wines are classified as Graves and have maintained that reputation to this day. It is a classic Bordeaux wine with the dignity of a Grand Vin.
This wine has been produced as the second label of Chateau Latour-Martillac since the 1990 vintage. It is made mainly from young vines in the same plots as Chateau Latour-Martillac, and is produced by the same winemaking team under the same philosophy.
WINEMAKING
After fermentation in wooden barrels, it is aged for 7 months (20% new barrels).