Chateau La Louviere Rouge2015
RED 0000B
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Producer
André Lurton Family
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Blend
57% Cabernet Sauvignon
40% Merlot
3% Petit Verdot
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Country
France
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Region
Bordeaux
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Appellation
Pessac-Leognan
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UPC
0 15643 79865 8
Reviews
James Suckling 94
Aromas of oyster shell, currants and berries follow through to a full body, chewy tannins and an intense finish. Shows depth and layers.
by JS, James Suckling , 2018
Wine Spectator 91
This has a lively, juicy feel, with lots of red and black currant and cherry fruit carried by a warm tarry spine. Notes of anise, iron and roasted apple wood fill the finish, integrating perfectly with the fruit. Drink now through 2027. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.
by JM, Wine Spectator , 2018
Wine Advocate 91
Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2015 la Louviere opens with exuberant notes of crushed red and black currants, blackberries and cigar box with touches of cloves, rose hip tea, menthol and iron ore. Medium to full-bodied with wonderfully fine-grained, ripe tannins, it offers great freshness and a compelling floral lift to the finish.
by LPB, Wine Advocate , 2018
Technical Details
Estate
Château La Louvière has many fascinating facets. The sumptuous architecture of the château building dates from the late 18th century, but winegrowing here goes back more than 700 years. The first vines were planted circa 1310, although modern winemaking dates from the 17th century and was handed down by able monks from the Carthusian monastery in Bordeaux, who had acquired considerable talent as viticulturists and winemakers. The people who produce the wine in the 21st century have inherited these time-honored methods, adding just the right amount of innovation and modernity to make the utmost of the outstanding terroir.
History
ANDRÉ LURTON is the company’s founder, for almost 70 years he dedicated his life to his vines, as only a man born in a wine chateau could do. Jacques Lurton now runs the family estates; he was nominated president of the group by his family in June 2019. His vast winemaking experience around the world over 30 years, has given him inspired and creative vision which he now transmits to the Vignobles Andre Lurton.
Tasting notes
This wine has a clear, brilliant, deep color close to garnet red. Charming, with components of cocoa and sweet spice. Delicious on the palate and attractive. Round, complex, and enjoyable to drink thanks to red fruit flavors, with an aftertaste of cocoa and toasted overtones. Enjoy with osso bucco, grilled beef fillet, and lamb.
