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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-violet 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 executed in what was a rather difficult year.” (Wine Advocate 2014 - Robert Parker) Orders of 6 bottles of this wine shipped within France will be delivered 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

Regions

soil consisting of a strongly calcareous clay base covered by a thick layer of Gunzian gravel, forming the famous “La Tour Carnet hill”

Viticulture

sustainable farming

Grape Harvest

manual

Winemaking

Most of the batches are vinified in wooden vats and small-capacity concrete tanks, with alcoholic fermentation taking place at a low temperature (28°C)

Livestock farming

in barrels, 30% of which are new

Eye

deep garnet color

Nose

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

Palate

Full-bodied and rich on the palate, this wine features a structure of supple, silky tannins, delicately underscored by aromas of ripe fruit and subtle woody notes (toasted bread, gingerbread, dark chocolate)

Serve

at 17-18°C

Open

1 hour ago

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 the wine:

The estate is very well maintained, and the wines from challenging vintages such as 2011 are excellent, each with its own distinctive character and a most appealing body. A sure bet.

Guide Hachette des vins

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

About the wine:

Once again, Bernard Magrez’s team has successfully drawn out the full potential of the terroir with this wine, whose color holds great promise, in which the dominant Merlot (57%) is complemented by the two Cabernets and a hint of Petit Verdot. The refined, subtle, and modern bouquet combines notes of cocoa, vanilla, and dark berries. Full-bodied and silky, the palate confirms the impression created by the nose. A broad aromatic palette, powerful body, well-integrated tannins, and a perfectly structured finish guarantee a long and rewarding aging potential.

Guide des Vins Gault & Millau

Wine rated (2015 guide) 17/20 (Outstanding)

About the wine:

Already noted during the early tastings for its intensity, it remains, today (January 2014), a commanding wine. One of the most impressive in the region. Yet it lacks any heaviness, and above all, its oak is very well-integrated, never overpowering. Bravo!

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2014 guide) 90/100 (Excellent wine)

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

About the 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-violet 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 executed in what was a rather difficult year.

About the estate:

RVF - The French Wine Review / 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 wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)

About the wine:

A 2011 vintage that is also characterized by true finesse, without lacking depth.

About the estate:

"The château can now claim the title of the largest classified growth in the Médoc. Over the years, Bernard Magrez, the owner, has significantly expanded it through the acquisition of attractive plots. At the same time, the facilities have been modernized, and the style of the wines has become beautifully refined over the past few vintages. The dense, full-bodied wines that have long characterized the estate have gained significantly in refinement and elegance. We welcome this evolution, as well as the very reasonable pricing policy, which continues to make La Tour Carnet an excellent value.”

Customer rating

3.9/5

based on 10 reviews