{"product_id":"les-forts-de-latour-2000","title":"Les Forts de Latour 2000","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase and receive this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Forts de Latour 2000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Château Latour | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pauillac, Bordeaux, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2000 | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Second Wine of Château Latour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and smaller proportions of Cabernet Franc \u0026amp; Petit Verdot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2010–2035+ | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 30+ years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Forts de Latour 2000 is an exceptional mature Pauillac from one of Bordeaux’s most respected estates. Produced by Château Latour, it benefits from the same meticulous vineyard philosophy and winemaking expertise as the Grand Vin, delivering remarkable structure, concentration and ageing potential. The outstanding 2000 vintage adds depth and richness, making this a particularly rewarding choice for lovers of classic Left Bank Bordeaux.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose reveals blackcurrant, dark cherry and cedar, complemented by tobacco, graphite, leather and subtle earthy notes. On the palate, it is powerful yet refined, with concentrated dark fruit, finely integrated tannins and a long, savoury finish. Now mature, it offers an excellent balance of developed complexity and enduring structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCassis, black cherry and cedar, with hints of graphite, tobacco, leather and spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-bodied and structured, with concentrated dark fruit, polished tannins and classic Pauillac minerality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong and persistent, revealing cedar, earthy nuances and lingering blackcurrant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau Latour is one of Bordeaux’s most prestigious estates, located in Pauillac and classified as a First Growth in the 1855 Classification. Renowned for its powerful, Cabernet Sauvignon-led wines, the estate is particularly celebrated for producing bottles capable of ageing gracefully for decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Forts de Latour is the estate’s highly regarded second wine, made with the same commitment to quality and precision. It offers an accessible expression of Latour’s distinctive Pauillac character while retaining impressive depth, structure and longevity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCareful parcel selection and traditional vinification, followed by maturation in French oak barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 13%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy now after allowing the wine to breathe. With sound provenance and excellent storage, well-preserved bottles may continue to develop further.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent match for roast beef, rack of lamb, beef Wellington, venison, or mature hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 12","offer_id":55223638557005,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/5846\/2797\/files\/DSC_0658.jpg?v=1793972400","url":"https:\/\/sandersonwineconsultancy.com\/products\/les-forts-de-latour-2000","provider":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}