Pauillac 2004

Provenance

Single-Owner Private Collection

Critics Ratings

"The 2004 Latour is perhaps evolving slower than I expected, although it remains one of the finest Left Bank wines of the vintage. It has that quintessential graphite-scented bouquet intermixed with blackberry and cedar, although the liquorice note that I observed previously has receded. Again, there is wonderful definition. The palate is full-bodied but surprisingly more sultry than I expected, especially here where I was able to directly compare it with the other 2004 First Growths. It delivers the "authority" you expect from Latour, although I might be inclined just to give it another 2-3 years in bottle. Drink 2020-2045." - Neal Martin, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 95/100 (Sep 2016)

"Captivating aromas of currant, black licorice and spices, with just a hint of sweet tobacco. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long, long finish. Structured and racy." - James Suckling, Wine Spectator, 95/100 (Mar 2007)

"Bright ruby-red. Classic aromas of currant, plum, graphite and minerals. Suave and smooth in the mouth, with a compelling sweetness and lushness for the vintage. At once easygoing and wonderfully complex, conveying a powerful soil character. The finish is ripely tannic, sweet and very long. Along with Château Margaux, my candidate for wine of the vintage." - Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, 94/100 (May 2007)