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Château Latour 1998 vs. 2008 - Intro

At the uppermost echelon of Bordeaux winemaking, the First Growths of the Médoc might seem impossible to place in order of brilliance. Indeed, precisely how they stack up against each other is the subject of intense debate in the world of fine wine. The sumptuous and profound Château Latour with its quintessentially Pauillac cedar perfume is a wonderfully consistent Grand Vin over the years. A delight even rarer than enjoying a single vintage of Latour is surely the chance to contrast it against its older self, ten years the senior. 2008 is marked by classicism of style: delicacy of mouthfeel and more vital cassis fruit. 1998 responds with more robust tannic framework and an overall more brooding profile. Sold without reserve. No Buyer's Premium.