Description
This is a wine of elegance and finesse, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (35%) and Petit Verdot (5%), with a lot of freshness and intense fruit. It has a beautiful tannic structure allowing it to age for 15-20 years.
TASTING NOTE: A beautiful deep red colour with purple highlights. The nose is immediately flattering, offering clean red fruit aromas that open gracefully into more complex notes of spice and fresh berries, particularly blueberry. On the palate, a vibrant and powerful freshness is complemented by fine mid-palate tannins and a subtle sweetness, creating a silky, smooth mouthfeel. The wine is well balanced, with lively acidity and excellent persistence. The finish is long and refined, marked by lingering red fruit flavours. 13.5% alcohol.
FOOD PAIRING, STORAGE AND SERVICE: With its freshness, structure and silky tannins, Château La Tour de By 2019 pairs beautifully with flavourful, well-textured dishes. A grilled rib of beef with seasonal vegetables is a natural match, allowing the wine’s vibrant fruit and subtle spice to shine. It also works particularly well with soft, washed-rind cheeses such as Langres or Pont l’Evêque, whose richness complements the wine’s balance and depth. For a more unexpected pairing, try it alongside a chocolate-based dessert, where the wine’s gentle sweetness and ripe fruit notes create a harmonious finish. Best served slightly below room temperature, around 16 to 18 degrees C.
ABOUT: Until 1876, the estate was known as La Roque de By and had been cultivated for several centuries previous to this. Marc Pages took over the property in 1965 and within 12 years Chateau La Tour de By was made a member of the prestigious Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux. Now in the hands of Marc’s two grandsons; Frederic Le Clerc and Benjamin Richer des Forges, the property continues to expand with the acquisition of a further 12 hectares of superb land and the work is underway to install an innovative temperature controlled cellar. The vineyards are ideally located on two well-exposed gravel ridges between the Gironde estuary and the Atlantic Ocean and the terroir benefits from an ideal microclimate which allows the grape varieties to fully express all of their qualities. Indeed, we would highly recommend visiting the producers website to take a look at the impressive location that this estate commands, quite literally on the banks of the Gironde. There is also a tower within the Domaine grounds which affords spectacular views.
