Haut-Médoc

Château La Tour Carnet 2021 - 75 cl

192 €

32.00 € / unit

Case made of wood, 6 bottles.

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Grape varieties and terroir

54% Merlot: roundness and fruitiness

46% Cabernet Sauvignon: structure and depth
The vineyard benefits from a terroir of Günzian gravel on a clay-limestone substrate, guaranteeing excellent drainage and optimal maturity.

Tasting

Color: Bright ruby ​​red with garnet highlights.

Nose: Expressive and refined, with notes of fresh red fruits (cherry, redcurrant), enhanced with floral nuances (peony) and subtle woody touches.

Palate: Supple and delicious attack, fine and melted tannins, elegant structure. The finish, fresh and persistent, leaves a beautiful mineral and fruity imprint.

Storage Potential

Enjoy it now for its accessibility, but it will evolve elegantly over 10 to 15 years.

Food and Wine Pairings

Perfect companion for:

- Duck breast with cherries
- Grilled rib-eye steak with vine shoots
- Roast rack of lamb
- Platter of mature cheeses (Saint-Nectaire, Tomme de brebis)

Description

A true treasure of the Haut-Médoc, Château La Tour Carnet is one of the oldest classified growths in Bordeaux, with a history dating back to the 12th century. Owned by Bernard Magrez, it embodies the perfect blend of medieval heritage and high-precision viticulture. Its gravelly terroir on a clay-limestone base produces powerful, dense, and elegant wines, where the Cabernet Sauvignon expresses itself with depth. Each vintage offers excellent aging potential, combining aromatic richness and tannic finesse. This 1855 Grand Cru Classé appeals to lovers of distinguished wines with authentic character.

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Characteristic Detail
Name Château La Tour Carnet 2021
Region Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux
Appellation AOC Haut-Médoc Grand Cru Classé 1855
Grapes 54% Merlot, 46% Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine type Red wine
Color Brilliant ruby
Nose Red fruits, peony, woody notes
Palate Soft, fine tannins, fresh and fruity finish
Aging 16-18 months in barrels (30% new)
Cellaring potential 10 to 15 years
Food & wine pairing Red meats, roasted poultry, aged cheeses
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Volume 75 cl
Tasting note Accessible wine, balanced, perfect for lovers of Médoc classics

Château La Tour Carnet

A true treasure of the Haut-Médoc, Château La Tour Carnet is one of the oldest classified growths of Bordeaux, boasting a history dating back to the 12th century. Owned by Bernard Magrez, it embodies the perfect meeting of medieval heritage and high-precision viticulture. Its gravelly terroir on a clay-limestone base gives rise to powerful, dense, and elegant wines, where cabernet sauvignon expresses itself with depth. Each vintage offers a beautiful aging potential, combining aromatic richness and tannic finesse. This Grand Cru Classé of 1855 delights lovers of refined wines with an authentic character.

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