Wines Pauillac Château Latour - Pauillac de Château Latour - 2007

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Château Latour's 2007 Pauillac is a distinguished red wine that reflects the character and tradition of this legendary estate. As the second wine of the Château, the 'Pauillac de Château Latour' is typically a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot and occasionally a touch of Petit Verdot. The 2007 vintage offered a relatively cool and challenging growing season in Bordeaux, requiring careful selection of grapes to achieve optimal ripeness and balance. The wine is vinified with the same meticulous approach as the grand vin, focusing on gentle extraction and ageing in French oak barrels, which bestows structure and complexity.

The Pauillac appellation, nestled within the Médoc region of Bordeaux, is world-renowned for producing some of the greatest Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines. The unique terroir, marked by gravelly soils atop a clay and limestone subsoil, provides excellent drainage and encourages deep root systems, contributing to wines of remarkable longevity and depth. The maritime climate, mitigated by the nearby Gironde estuary, tempers temperatures and extends the growing season, facilitating nuanced ripening and the development of complex aromas. The reputation of Pauillac, and of Château Latour in particular, is deeply linked with the history of Bordeaux, with centuries of craftsmanship shaping the region’s prestigious profile.

This 2007 Pauillac is best enjoyed alongside classic French cuisine. Its refined tannins and cassis-laden fruit profile pair beautifully with dishes such as roast lamb with garlic and herbs, entrecôte bordelaise, or a mushroom and truffle risotto. For an authentic regional pairing, try it with Pauillac’s signature agneau de lait (milk-fed lamb). Mature cheeses, such as Comté or aged Gouda, also make excellent companions, highlighting the wine’s earthy undertones.

For optimal enjoyment, decant the wine for at least one hour prior to serving to allow the aromatics to fully evolve. Serve at a temperature between 16-18°C. This will showcase the wine’s nuanced bouquet and reveal its elegant structure and finesse.