Château Latour-Martillac 2018

Château Latour-Martillac is a winery located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation in the Bordeaux region of France. The estate has a long history, dating back to the 12th century, when it was owned by the Benedictine monks. The current château was built in the 18th century and has been owned by the Kressmann family since 1930.

The vineyard of Château Latour-Martillac covers 42 hectares, with the majority planted with red grape varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. The estate also produces a small amount of white wine from Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon.

The wines of Château Latour-Martillac are known for their balance, elegance, and finesse. They are often described as being a "classic" expression of the Pessac-Léognan appellation, with a focus on terroir-driven flavors and aromas. The red wines are typically aged in oak barrels for 12-18 months, depending on the vintage, and can age for several decades.

Château Latour-Martillac has received numerous accolades and awards over the years, including being named a Grand Cru Classé de Graves in the official classification of Bordeaux wines in 1953. The estate has also been recognized for its commitment to sustainable viticulture and has been certified by several organizations, including Terra Vitis and HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale).

"This takes its time to open, eventually revealing blackberry and black cherry fruits, layered with liquorice and chocolate, followed by some touches of bitterness on the finish." - Jane Anson, Decanter, (04/01/2019), Ratings: 94

"Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Latour Martillac bursts from the glass with bold cassis, chocolate-covered cherries and plum preserves scents followed up by smoked meats, violets and aniseed hints plus a waft of Provence herbs. Full-bodied, firm and fine-grained in the mouth, the palate is laden with juicy fruit and savory layers, finishing long and fragrant." - Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Advocate (3/31/2021), Ratings: 93-95, Drink: 2024-2044

"The 2018 Latour-Martillac Blanc is bright, airy and impeccably balanced. Lemon peel, sage, mint and white flowers are nicely lifted. The 2018 is delicate and so precise, with tons of sheer style. Bright saline notes run through the textured, vibrant finish." - Antonio Galloni (3/2021), Ratings: 92, Drink: 2021-2031

"A plump, up-front, and nicely textured Pessac, the 2018 Château Latour-Martillac has lots of red and black fruits, classic Graves notes of damp earth, tobacco, and earth, medium to full body, ripe tannins, and wonderful purity and elegance on the palate. It's beautifully done, and while it drops off slightly on the finish, I love its tannins, the balance is spot on, and it's going to drink nicely for 15 years or more." - Jeb Dunnuck, (03/16/2021), Ratings: 92