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2006 Chateau Latour
2006 Chateau Latour

2006 Chateau Latour

Grand Vin

Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot

France / Bordeaux / Medoc  / AOC Pauillac

$650
JD 96
RP 95
V 94
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1er Grand Cru Classé

2006 Chateau Latour – Pauillac Power with Classical Precision

The 2006 Chateau Latour reflects the estate’s uncompromising approach to structure, depth, and longevity. Situated in the heart of Pauillac, Latour consistently produces wines of remarkable authority, and the 2006 vintage showcases a more restrained, classically proportioned expression that continues to evolve with confidence.

Tasting Notes

Dense and composed, the wine opens with aromas of blackcurrant, graphite, tobacco leaf, and dark cocoa. The palate is firmly structured, delivering layers of concentrated dark fruit framed by muscular yet refined tannins. Savory notes of cedar, mineral, and subtle spice carry through a long, focused finish, emphasizing Latour’s signature intensity and control.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller portions of Merlot and Petit Verdot, the 2006 Latour was sourced largely from the Enclos vineyard. Gravel-rich soils and proximity to the Gironde estuary contribute to consistent ripening and exceptional concentration. The wine was aged in new French oak, reinforcing structure while preserving clarity and balance.

Investment & Collectibility

Chateau Latour remains one of Bordeaux’s most secure blue-chip wines, valued for its ability to age gracefully over decades. The 2006 vintage, while more classic in style, has gained increasing recognition for its precision and long-term potential among collectors and investors.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 2006 growing season featured warm summer conditions followed by a cooler finish, resulting in wines of firmness and longevity. Critics highlight Latour’s disciplined expression and aging trajectory in this vintage.

Explore Related Collections

JD 96

Jeb Dunnuck

As to the Grand Vin, the 2006 Latour showed beautifully. A blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance mostly Merlot, with a splash of Cabernet Franc, it offers a deep ruby/purple color to go with straight up classic Latour graphite, lead pencil and minerality all balanced by terrific cassis and blackcurrant fruit. With medium to full-bodied richness, present, yet silky tannin, impeccable balance and a great finish, it’s terrific today and I suspect on the early edge of a long drinking plateau. Reviewed by Jeb Dunnuck, Issue date: April 2018. Drinking window: 2018 - 2038.
RP 95

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Not an outstanding vintage overall for Bordeaux, 2006 had the potential to be very good. Things got off to a pretty impressive start in Pauillac this year, and then it all went a bit pear-shaped toward the end with a cool, rainy August and late September. Vineyard diligence and a take-no-prisoners attitude on the sorting table were the keys to relative success here. While it is clear Latour had their work cut out for them with this 2006 release, they managed to produce an incredibly impressive grand vin, which is drinking beautifully now yet should cellar gracefully over the next 20+ years. The 2006 Latour was just released this year and is composed of 91.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7.5% Merlot, 0.5% Cabernet Franc and 0.5% Petit Verdot. It has a medium to deep garnet-purple color and lovely open nose with florals and red fruit aromas. The palate is medium-bodied, elegant and minerally with a compelling iron ore character and great length. 10,000 cases were produced (representing 38% of production). Reviewed by Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Issue date: February 2019. Drinking window: n/a.
V 94

Vinous

The 2006 Latour shows some reduction on the nose, although it soon blows away to reveal pencil-shaving infused black fruit, wild hedgerow and light cassis aromas. The palate offers up a mixture of red and black fruit. This has a firm grip with an uncompromising backbone. Dense yet refined, it is refreshingly saline toward the finish, yet there are a few hard edges to be addressed. Tasted blind from double magnum at a 20-year retrospective at the château. Reviewed by Neal Martin, Issue date: December 2019. Drinking window: 2025 - 2050.

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  • CRITICAL REVIEWS
  • WINEMAKER NOTES
JD 96

Jeb Dunnuck

As to the Grand Vin, the 2006 Latour showed beautifully. A blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance mostly Merlot, with a splash of Cabernet Franc, it offers a deep ruby/purple color to go with straight up classic Latour graphite, lead pencil and minerality all balanced by terrific cassis and blackcurrant fruit. With medium to full-bodied richness, present, yet silky tannin, impeccable balance and a great finish, it’s terrific today and I suspect on the early edge of a long drinking plateau. Reviewed by Jeb Dunnuck, Issue date: April 2018. Drinking window: 2018 - 2038.
RP 95

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Not an outstanding vintage overall for Bordeaux, 2006 had the potential to be very good. Things got off to a pretty impressive start in Pauillac this year, and then it all went a bit pear-shaped toward the end with a cool, rainy August and late September. Vineyard diligence and a take-no-prisoners attitude on the sorting table were the keys to relative success here. While it is clear Latour had their work cut out for them with this 2006 release, they managed to produce an incredibly impressive grand vin, which is drinking beautifully now yet should cellar gracefully over the next 20+ years. The 2006 Latour was just released this year and is composed of 91.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7.5% Merlot, 0.5% Cabernet Franc and 0.5% Petit Verdot. It has a medium to deep garnet-purple color and lovely open nose with florals and red fruit aromas. The palate is medium-bodied, elegant and minerally with a compelling iron ore character and great length. 10,000 cases were produced (representing 38% of production). Reviewed by Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Issue date: February 2019. Drinking window: n/a.
V 94

Vinous

The 2006 Latour shows some reduction on the nose, although it soon blows away to reveal pencil-shaving infused black fruit, wild hedgerow and light cassis aromas. The palate offers up a mixture of red and black fruit. This has a firm grip with an uncompromising backbone. Dense yet refined, it is refreshingly saline toward the finish, yet there are a few hard edges to be addressed. Tasted blind from double magnum at a 20-year retrospective at the château. Reviewed by Neal Martin, Issue date: December 2019. Drinking window: 2025 - 2050.

2006 Chateau Latour – Pauillac Power with Classical Precision

The 2006 Chateau Latour reflects the estate’s uncompromising approach to structure, depth, and longevity. Situated in the heart of Pauillac, Latour consistently produces wines of remarkable authority, and the 2006 vintage showcases a more restrained, classically proportioned expression that continues to evolve with confidence.

Tasting Notes

Dense and composed, the wine opens with aromas of blackcurrant, graphite, tobacco leaf, and dark cocoa. The palate is firmly structured, delivering layers of concentrated dark fruit framed by muscular yet refined tannins. Savory notes of cedar, mineral, and subtle spice carry through a long, focused finish, emphasizing Latour’s signature intensity and control.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller portions of Merlot and Petit Verdot, the 2006 Latour was sourced largely from the Enclos vineyard. Gravel-rich soils and proximity to the Gironde estuary contribute to consistent ripening and exceptional concentration. The wine was aged in new French oak, reinforcing structure while preserving clarity and balance.

Investment & Collectibility

Chateau Latour remains one of Bordeaux’s most secure blue-chip wines, valued for its ability to age gracefully over decades. The 2006 vintage, while more classic in style, has gained increasing recognition for its precision and long-term potential among collectors and investors.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 2006 growing season featured warm summer conditions followed by a cooler finish, resulting in wines of firmness and longevity. Critics highlight Latour’s disciplined expression and aging trajectory in this vintage.

Explore Related Collections

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