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Saturday, February 17, 2018 - Actually, the name in the database is incorrect : it is Latour-Martillac, not La Tour-Martillac. Please correct.
!3% alcohol. Cork of average length and mediocre (or at least uneven) density, with penetration ranging from 5mm to 3 cm (along a vein). Not impressive for a Château of this standing. CS 63%, M 32%,PV 5%. Decanted for an hour.
Deep colour with no sign of ageing. The nose is enticing, with fresh berries and some confectionery developing over time. The mouth is fruity and elegant, with good grip and a light fresh feel. This is not a monster of concentration, and accordingly I do not expect it to garner plaudits from the usual suspects, but it is eminently food-friendly (lamb, what else). The oak is perfectly judged in that it does not show up directly, but there is no doubting its rôle in polishing the tannins.
Just entering its window of drinkability (for those not averse to some level of firmness), which should last for another fifteen years.
A repeat purchase.

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