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Château La Tour Carnet 2011 - Grand Cru Classé

Name: Château La Tour Carnet 2011 - Grand Cru Classé
Brand: Château La Tour Carnet
Rating: 3.9 (10 reviews)

Haut-Médoc|Red wine

3.9/5 (10 customers)

2*Coup de Coeur

Hachette

17/20

Gault & Millau

16/20

RVF

16,5/20

Bettane & Desseauve

90/100

Robert Parker

From the visionary Bordeaux winemaker Bernard Margrez, this blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot comes from one of the oldest fortified châteaux in the Médoc (built in 1120). Its ruby/purple color is followed by aromas of graphite, blackcurrant, spice box, and charcoal. This 2011 reveals excellent, even exceptional concentration, silky tannins, and a long finish. An unexpected success for this vintage, this wine is very well made in a rather difficult year." (Wine Advocate 2014 - Robert Parker) Orders of 6 bottles of this wine delivered in France will be shipped in a wooden case.

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Estate

Château La Tour Carnet

Vintage

Grand Cru Classé

Vintage

2011

Designation

Haut-Médoc

Region

Bordeaux

Grape varieties

64% Merlot, 28% Cabarnet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot

Terroirs

soil composed of a highly calcareous clay base covered with a thick layer of Gunzian gravel, forming the famous "La Tour Carnet hill"

Viticulture

sustainable agriculture

Grape harvest

manual

Wine making

vinification of most batches in small wooden and cement vats, alcoholic fermentation at low temperature (28°C)

Livestock farming

in barrels, 30% of which are new barrels

Eye

deep garnet color

Nose

reveals aromas of red and black fruits (strawberry, raspberry, blackberry), floral notes (violet, rose), mocha, and roasted coffee

Mouth

Ample and fleshy on the palate, this wine develops a structure of supple, silky tannins, very finely supported by aromas of ripe fruit and subtle woody notes (toasted bread, gingerbread, dark chocolate).

Serve

at 17-18°C

Open

1 hour before

Drink from

2013

Drink before

2026

Food and wine pairings

A déguster sur des viandes rouges, des volailles, des gibiers, des fromages affinés...<br/>

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Bettane & Desseauve

Wine rated (2016 guide) 16,5/20 (Reference wine)

About wine:

The estate is very well maintained and the wines from rather difficult vintages such as 2011 are successful, each with its own character and a most appreciable body. A sure bet.

Guide Hachette des vins

Wine noted (guide 2015) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)

About wine:

Once again, Bernard Magrez's team has successfully harnessed the full potential of the terroir with this promising wine, in which the dominant Merlot (57%) is complemented by the two Cabernets and a hint of Petit Verdot. The fine, subtle and modern bouquet combines cocoa, vanilla and small black fruits. Full-bodied and silky, the palate confirms the impression made by the presentation. A wide aromatic palette, a powerful body, well-extracted tannins and a perfectly constructed finish guarantee a long and happy cellaring life.

Guide des Vins Gault & Millau

Wine rating (2015 guide) 17/20 (Remarkable)

About wine:

Already noted during the primeurs for its concentration, it remains, today (January 2014), in this impressive register. One of the most impressive in the region. But there is no heaviness and, above all, the oak is very well controlled, without any masking. Bravo!

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rating (2014 guide) 90/100 (Outstanding wine)

Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

About wine:

From the visionary Bordeaux winemaker Bernard Margrez, this blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot comes from one of the oldest fortified châteaux in the Médoc (built in 1120). Its ruby/purple color is followed by aromas of graphite, blackcurrant, spice box, and charcoal. This 2011 vintage reveals excellent, even exceptional concentration, silky tannins, and a long finish. An unexpected success for this vintage, this wine is very well made in what was a rather difficult year.

About the estate:

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2016 guide) 16/20 (Very good wine)

Rated estate (2014 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing good-quality wines; you won't be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)

About wine:

A 2011 vintage that is also built on real finesse, without lacking substance.

About the estate:

Today, the château can boast the title of largest classified growth in the Médoc. Over the years, owner Bernard Magrez has expanded it considerably through the acquisition of attractive parcels of land. At the same time, the facilities have been modernized and the style of the wines has been beautifully refined over the last few vintages. The dense, extracted wines that have long characterized the cru have become much more refined and elegant. We welcome this development, as well as the very reasonable pricing policy, which continues to make La Tour Carnet an excellent value."

Customer rating

3.9/5

out of 10 reviews