Tasting Notes

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Vinous Neal Martin - 25 Mar 25
The 1983 Latour-à-Pomerol shows a lot of bricking. Very funky on the nose and not as clean as it ought to be, it is marked by aggressive tannins and a “doughnut” middle where it is missing the fruit. This is a disappointment given the showing of the likes of Lafleur this vintage. Tasted at the Latour à Pomerol dinner at Taillevent in London.
Drinking Date: 2024 - 2026
Pomerol Fine Wine

Pomerol

Pomerol, a prestigious Bordeaux Right Bank appellation, is famous for luxurious, velvety red wines primarily based on Merlot, often blended with Cabernet Franc. These wines are rich and opulent, with soft tannins and flavours of ripe plum, blackberry, truffle, chocolate, and earthy undertones, featuring a silky texture and lingering finish. Top producers include Château Pétrus, known for its depth and ageing potential; Château Le Pin, celebrated for purity and finesse; and Château La Conseillante and Château Trotanoy, known for elegance and power.