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Chateau Latour Pauillac 1996
S$1,085.00
Enduring Power & Precision
An icon of Pauillac and one of Latour’s greatest modern triumphs, the 1996 radiates majestic cassis purity, layered with graphite, cigar box and mineral depth. Its monumental structure, seamless balance, and extraordinary longevity make it a collector’s prize and a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the glass
Ratings: WS: 96 | RP: 95 | JS: 94
Quantity
Only 3 left in stock
Wine Information
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Type: Red
Winery: Château Latour
Vintage: 1996
Size: 0.75
Tasting Notes
Opens with an intense bouquet of blackcurrant, plum, and graphite, layered with hints of cedar, cigar box, and earthy truffle. On the palate, it delivers powerful concentration with a core of dark fruit, finely etched minerality, and firm yet velvety tannins that carry remarkable length. The finish is precise, vibrant, and endlessly persistent, a hallmark of Latour’s Pauillac terroir and the outstanding 1996 vintage.
Pairings
The 1996 Latour’s powerful structure and refined Pauillac character makes it a natural companion to premium red meats such as wagyu ribeye, grilled lamb chops, or braised beef short ribs. Its earthy cedar and truffle notes also shine with duck confit or Peking duck. For local touches, pair it with black pepper crab or soy-braised pork belly, where the wine’s tannic backbone balances richness. Mature cheeses like Comté, aged Gouda, or blue cheese complete the experience.
Decant
2 hours of decanting is generally perfect to soften the grip and open the bouquet.
Drinking Window
2025–2050+ (right now it’s entering its peak plateau, with decades of life ahead)
