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Drapeau France
Vin Rouge sec Château La Tour Carnet 2011 France Bordeaux Haut-Médoc AOC Grand Cru
Bordeaux - Haut-Médoc
Grand Cru
Château La Tour Carnet
2011

Information

Packaging Bottle (75cl)
Style Wines
Colour Red
Vintage 2011
Country France
Type of Appellation AOC
Region Bordeaux
Appellation Haut-Médoc
Classification Grand Cru
Estate La Tour Carnet
Alcohol by volume 13 %
Current phase
Peak

Market Price

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Bottle (75cl)
2025 £40.74

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Château La Tour Carnet 2011 is an illustrious Grand Cru Classé from the renowned Haut-Médoc appellation in Bordeaux. Crafted predominantly from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, with occasional touches of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this vintage draws from vines rooted in mineral-rich gravel soils, which contribute structure and finesse. The 2011 vintage in Bordeaux was marked by a warm spring and a more moderate, somewhat wetter summer, leading to wines that are accessible in their youth, with nuanced tannins and fresh fruit character. The vinification at La Tour Carnet follows traditional Bordeaux methods, with fermentation in temperature-controlled vats and ageing in French oak barrels, a proportion of which are new, enhancing complexity with subtle notes of vanilla and spice.

The Haut-Médoc lies on Bordeaux’s famed Left Bank, home to many of the region’s most storied estates. The climate is tempered by the nearby Atlantic Ocean, providing humidity and breezes that help moderate vine growth and ripening. The soils here—predominantly gravel over clay and limestone—are ideal for Cabernet Sauvignon, lending structure, longevity and characteristic blackcurrant and cedar notes, while Merlot softens the blend with supple fruit. The Médoc’s history is rooted in centuries of viticulture, established by religious and aristocratic landholders whose grand châteaux define the landscape.

Versatile and gastronomic, Château La Tour Carnet 2011 would shine alongside classic dishes such as roast lamb studded with garlic and rosemary, beef Wellington, or magret de canard with a blackberry sauce. For a regional touch, serve with entrecôte à la bordelaise or cèpes à la bordelaise, celebrating local mushrooms and the deep, earthy savouriness they bring. Hard cheeses like aged Comté would also make an excellent pairing.

Allow the wine to breathe for at least an hour before serving to reveal its aromatic complexity. The ideal serving temperature is 16-18°C, which will bring out the wine’s structure and subtle oak influence. Enjoy in large Bordeaux glasses to fully appreciate its bouquet and finesse.

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