The Wine Advocate | RP 94+
Published: Mar 31, 2021

The 2018 Les Forts de Latour is made up of 65.6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot and 0.4% Petit Verdot, with 14.2% alcohol and an IPT (total polyphenol index) of 77. It was aged in 60% new oak. Deep garnet-purple in color, it needs a fair bit of swirling to reveal notions of baked black cherries, cassis and blackberry pie with hints of pencil lead, clove oil, cardamom and allspice with a waft of violets. Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers impressive density with velvety tannins and a lively backbone supporting the generous black fruits, finishing long with all the earthy nuances coming through at the very end.
Drink Date: 2025 – 2045

Jamessuckling.com | JS 94-95
Published: Apr 11, 2019

A solid and steely red with lots of blackcurrant and blueberry character. Medium-to full-bodied and polished, fine tannins. Flavorful finish.

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Taking its name from a historic plot in the Enclos, Les Forts de Latour has ascended to the level of a Médoc Grand Cru Classé and is now regarded as a great wine in its own right. The wine, derived from various plots that represent very different terroirs, offers more varied characteristics and flavour profiles. Les Forts de Latour is produced with the same meticulous care as the Grand Vin, both in the vineyard and in the winery.

With 94 points on Wine Advocate, Les Forts de Latour 2018 joins the 2017 release as the estate’s second highest-rated vintage, on par with legendary vintages such as 1982, 2010 and 2015. With a small production and increasing demand, Les Forts de Latour 2018 is another brilliant second wine from Latour that deserves a spot in the cellars of fine wine lovers and collectors.

Tasting Note: Les Fortes de Latour 2018 is a medium to full-bodied wine with heady aromas of dark fruits, violet petals and pencil lead bestrewed with sweet spices and liquorice. This is an exhilarating wine, powerfully structured with present but fine-grained tannins, concentrated flavours and an acidity bringing a full and elegant finish to the mouth.