Wines Pessac-Léognan Château La Louvière - 2018

Château La Louvière 2018 is a red wine from the esteemed Pessac-Léognan appellation in the Graves sub-region of Bordeaux. This Grand Vin displays the hallmark elegance of left bank Bordeaux, typically blending Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with possible additions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The 2018 vintage was marked by a warm, dry summer, yielding wines of concentration, ripe tannins and remarkable freshness. Vinification at Château La Louvière is meticulous, with careful sorting, temperature-controlled fermentation and ageing in French oak barrels, imparting both structure and subtle complexity to the wine.

Pessac-Léognan is recognised as the birthplace of Bordeaux’s fine wine tradition, its gravelly soils giving the region (Graves) its name. These deep, well-drained gravels combined with sand and clay provide optimal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon, favouring structured, aromatic and age-worthy reds. The climate is temperate and oceanic, with mild winters and warm summers, tempered by Atlantic breezes that protect the vines from extremes. This area’s winemaking heritage dates back centuries, with a unique legacy of both red and white wines, and an enduring reputation for finesse and longevity.

The Château La Louvière 2018, with its deep ruby colour and inviting nose of cassis, ripe black fruits, tobacco leaf, graphite and subtle spice from oak, is an exceptionally versatile food wine. Classic pairings include roasted rack of lamb with herbes de Provence, beef Wellington or confit duck, where the wine’s tannins and freshness cut beautifully through rich textures. Regional dishes such as entrecôte à la bordelaise or magret de canard bring out the wine’s complexity and echo its terroir.

For the best tasting experience, decant for at least one hour to allow the wine to open up and reveal its aromatic depth. Serve at 16-18°C to highlight the structure, freshness and nuanced palate of this distinguished Bordeaux. As it ages, it will continue to develop tertiary aromas of leather, truffle and cedar, making cellaring an enticing option for the patient collector.