Parker about Château Latour Grand Vin 1995
A beauty, the opaque dense purple-colored 1995 exhibits jammy cassis, vanillin, and minerals in its fragrant but still youthful aromatics. Medium to full-bodied, with exceptional purity, superb concentration, and a long, intense, ripe, 40-second finish, this is a magnificent example of Latour. As the wine sat in the glass, scents of roasted espresso and toasty new oak emerged. This classic will require considerable cellaring. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2050.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Bordeaux-Pauillac |
Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 74%, Merlot 22%, Cabernet Franc 3%, Petit Verdot 1% |
Alkoholgehalt | 12.50% |
Füllstand | Into Neck |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Château Latour, Saint Lambert, 33250 Pauillac, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2012-2050 |
Parker Punkte | 96 |
Jahrgang | 1995 |
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Château Latour Grand Vin 1995

Château Latour Grand Vin 1995 is an outstanding wine from the Pauillac appellation in the Bordeaux region, known for its power, elegance, and longevity. The 1995 vintage is considered excellent, with ideal growing conditions resulting in wines of remarkable structure and finesse.
The wine displays a deep ruby red color, reflecting its youth and concentration. The bouquet is intense and complex, with aromas of ripe black fruits such as cassis, blackberries, and black cherries, complemented by elegant notes of cedarwood, tobacco, and graphite. Subtle hints of spice, truffle, and dark chocolate add additional depth and complexity.
On the palate, Château Latour 1995 presents itself as powerful yet smooth, with impressive structure and perfectly integrated, fine-grained tannins. The fruit aromas are opulent and harmonious, supported by nuances of mocha, vanilla, and an elegant mineral note. The well-balanced acidity lends the wine a lively freshness and highlights its complexity.
The finish is long and persistent, with elegant fruit and spice notes that delight the palate long after the last sip. The harmonious balance between fruit, tannin, and acidity demonstrates this wine's immense potential for further aging and development over many decades.
Château Latour Grand Vin 1995 is already a true delight and will only gain further finesse and complexity with age. A wine of exceptional quality and elegance that impressively reflects the tradition and excellence of the Pauillac appellation and delights wine lovers around the world.