Storage has a great influence on the taste of Château Latour wines. Proper storage preserves the aromas, colour and structure of the wine and even improves the taste over time.
Château Latour's wines are usually aged in oak barrels, which give them a certain tannin and vanilla note, and they improve the wine's structure and storability. The longer the wines are stored, the more they develop complex aromas such as spices, chocolate and tobacco.
It is important to note that not all wines are the same and not all vintages should be stored equally well. Some vintages are ready to drink at a young age, while other vintages should be stored for years or even decades before they develop their full aroma.
It is also important to store wines at the right temperature and humidity to avoid them ageing quickly or going bad. Too high humidity and/or temperature can cause the wines to age quickly and too low humidity and/or temperature can cause the wine to dehydrate and lose aromas and flavour.
In conclusion, ageing is an important factor in the quality and flavour of Château Latour wines and knowledge of this is crucial to achieving the full development of aromas and flavours.
Château Latour wines vary in taste - depending on the vintage.
Some of the most famous vintages of Château Latour are:
The 1962 vintage is considered one of the best vintages of the 20th century. This wine has a deep red colour and a complex nose with aromas of berries, spices and tobacco. On the palate, it has a perfect balance between acidity, tannins and fruit and a long finish.
The 1990 vintage is a very concentrated and complex wine with aromas of dark berries, pepper and spices. It has a deep red colour and a strong tannin structure that gives it a long storage life.
The 2005 vintage had very warm and dry weather, which resulted in the wines being very ripe and concentrated. They have aromas of dark berries, chocolate and spices and a strong tannin structure.
The 2015 vintage had ideal weather and the wines have a deep red colour and a complex nose with aromas of berries, spices and tobacco. On the palate they have a perfect balance between acidity, tannins and fruit and a long finish.
It should be noted that the above vintages are examples and there are many other vintages of Château Latour, each with its own flavours and characteristics. It is important to take time to taste and compare the wines to appreciate their differences.
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