Notes : Gault Millau 16/20, RVF 15,5/20, Bettane & Desseauve 15/20, Le Point 15,5-16/20, Decanter 16/20, Robert Parker 87-89/100
"A classic Medoc, in keeping with its style and appellation. Spicy nose. Supple, harmonious, with a fresh, fruity flavor, ripe, fine tannins without violence." (Le Grand Guide des Vins de France 2010 - Bettane & Desseauve)
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Eye
Deep red colour
Nose
is marked by attractive aromas of black fruit, cherry, blackberry and a few well-mixed woody notes.
Mouth
Supple attack with a dense mid-palate and very ripe yet firm tannins. The balance is harmonious, without any aggressiveness. The finish is remarkable for its length and seductive flavors of lingering fruitiness.
Serve
decant at 17-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2010
Drink before
2021
Production
36,000 cases
Food and wine pairing
A déguster sur des volailles ou des gibiers à plumes, de l'agneau, du bœuf grillé, des ragoûts, des rôtis de veau ou de porc, des fromages type parmesan, roquefort, camembert...<br/>
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Estate rated (2012 guide) 4*Stars (Very high quality production)
About the domain :
"Acquired in 1965 by Marc Pagès -who has since passed away, but whose two grandsons are still involved in La Tour de By- the château is magnificently situated on the banks of the Gironde. Now approaching 100 hectares, the vineyard includes a fine plot near the château, on magnificent Garonne gravel, as well as another in Saint-Christoly, on a clay-limestone terroir. Since 2005, La Tour de By has been run by Frédéric Le Clerc, one of Marc Pagès' grandsons.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the domain :
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Domaine noté (guide 2012) Sélectionné (We remind you that this guide is a prize list and as such, all the estates that appear in it, even without a star, represent, in our eyes, the excellence of French production).
About the domain :
"A good half of the vineyard occupies the most beautiful Gunzian gravel hillside in Begadan, on the banks of the river, on a magnificent site. The microclimate favors Merlot and Cabernet, planted in equal proportions. The château owes much to the dedication of the late Marc Pagès. His heirs are continuing along the same path, going even further in their quest for maturity and precision in vinification. The latest vintages are convincing.
Customer rating
3/5
on 1 reviews
Note and review by M. PATRICK R. Published on 27/10/2017
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