Wine Collecting: First Growth Bordeaux - Château Latour (Attorney Somm)

[@AttorneySomm]

The rest of my First Growth Bordeaux series is available at the following link: kzbin.info/aero/PL2aDDJZh--pDc0ewcwVBvoiUsBLCCcuHv

[@sanjaypatelmd4669]

hoping to get a consulting gig in Las Colinas so if time permits in your end love to take you to dinner

[@AttorneySomm]

@@sanjaypatelmd4669 Sounds great! We could start at Roots & Water (private wine club) and then head out. Other than next weekend, I'm in town in October.

[@sanjaypatelmd4669]

@@AttorneySomm It may be sometimes in november sir.

[@sanjaypatelmd4669]

@@AttorneySomm are you going to Napa this wkend? If you are then have wine testing at Harlan and Promontary then Dico.. Would love for you to join us there…

[@AttorneySomm]

@@sanjaypatelmd4669 First half of the month I should be around.

[@dougronald561]

Most KZbin channels are just clickbait. I watch it maybe once, and that's it. Attorney Somm's videos I can keep rewatching, and I always learn something new. This video especially is just replete with detail.

[@AttorneySomm]

@@dougronald561 Thank you! Much appreciated!

[@sanjaypatelmd4669]

Went to Chateau Latour this July…..I know now why this is first growth winery….from minute you enter winery quality is second to none…every one was so nice especially Lisa who gave us tour!

[@AttorneySomm]

Very glad to hear it! The treatment during a visit really makes a big difference.

[@sanjaypatelmd4669]

@@AttorneySomm Question… which Ridge offering is a good buy ? if you are buying that?

[@AttorneySomm]

@@sanjaypatelmd4669 They have a few that I like. Ideally you would be on the Monte Bello futures list. You pre-pay, but by the time it is released it sells for a decent premium to your purchase price. Lytton Springs is another favorite.

[@sanjaypatelmd4669]

@@AttorneySomm Petit Syrah?

[@AttorneySomm]

@@sanjaypatelmd4669 Is this the 2018? If so, then definitely. I typically enjoy both the Petite Syrah and the Zinfandel from Lytton Springs.

[@margauxml]

Seriously blown away by this video! Impressive, comprehensive, definitive, authoritative. No one can discuss the greatest Châteaux of Bordeaux like you can and do. Enjoyed the well-researched and first-hand information, insights, and recommendations that you imparted in this video. From Château Latour’s prestigious history and reputation to its exceptional terroir and geographical characteristics, winemaking style, and recommended vintages, your amount of knowledge and extent of experience are both evident and remarkable. And this particular line impressively shows the level of your expertise and intensity of your wine passion: “Their version of what’s ready to drink and mine are very, very different.”🔥🔥💯 Now that’s something! Santé, John!

[@AttorneySomm]

Merci beaucoup M! Truly appreciate the kind words and thoughtful feedback! So glad you enjoyed it! Sante!

[@margauxml]

@@AttorneySomm Entirely my pleasure, John! Santé!

[@rgiamboi]

Just ordered the 09 Latour ex-chateau!

[@AttorneySomm]

Very nice! A special wine!

[@omsoms9791]

Excellent video as always. Just finished watching the French Grand Prix, perfect timing. Cheers!

[@AttorneySomm]

Cheers! Thanks very much!

[@saleemashraf6250]

Listening all 5 first growth of Bordeaux.. Amazing reviews.. ❤

[@AttorneySomm]

Thank you! Glad you are enjoying the videos!

[@davidl.7317]

I still have a singular bottle of Chateau Latour 1990 which I purchased for $125.00, at the wine shop, a very renowned wine shop on the eastern coast US. I also purchased 1 bottle of the 1990 Chateau Lafite Rothchild which I opened a few years back with my wife and homemade dinner. It was extraordinary then. I think the 1990 may have the ability to be at it it's best now. I can only say I wish I had purchased more but the owners of the shop would only sell me one of each.

[@AttorneySomm]

Yes, 1990 is a phenomenal vintage for the first growths! We did a special comparison tasting of all of them last year. I did a video about the tasting. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWOTaKymp6epmrc There is no rush on the Latour. That one still has plenty of life left! 👍🍷

[@sanjaypatelmd4669]

I had 2000 chateau latour with my wife last night…. 30 minutes decanting it was really awesome. I had it with stake(I used to be vegetarian 2-3 years ago) but wine and food pairing was awesome….Thank you for telling us about all these wines!

[@AttorneySomm]

My pleasure! Sounds fantastic! So glad you had a terrific experience! Thanks for sharing!

[@sanjaypatelmd4669]

We opened 2002 chateau latour last night for our 23rd anniversary! It was awesome!

[@AttorneySomm]

Congratulations! Very glad to hear it! 👍🍷

[@FoodiewineloverGina]

Fantastic review on Latour. Well done, John!!

[@AttorneySomm]

Thank you, Gina. Much appreciated!

[@davidl.7317]

I would enjoy hearing your evaluation of norther Rhone wines, in particular, Hermitage.

[@AttorneySomm]

Thank you! I’m a huge Northern Rhône fan. I prepared this video a few months ago. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2nOdXikg8upq68

[@hxl6162]

Nothing as study, organized content and proficiency, as usual great video, best regards from Brazil.

[@AttorneySomm]

Muito obrigado! Very glad you enjoyed it my friend. Saude! 👍🍷

[@hxl6162]

@@AttorneySomm Obrigado meu amigo!

[@sagan9999]

Good morning John! I just listened with interest your Latour review. Awesome! I learned more in a few minutes with you than reading my course work, of which I also took inspiration from you! I've two comments. I know you will likely review Lafite as well. I'm looking forward to it! But, knowing that Cheval Blanc, Ausone, Angelus, Petrus et al, are really First Growths too, would you consider those is your series as well? DRC, Meunier, other Grande Cru of Burgundy? I'm aware you could also follow on with other global leaders, but Bordeaux is Bordeaux, Burgundy is Burgundy and France is France. Secondly, I was thinking anyone likely watching your videos have little if any knowledge of how KZbin functions, from start to finish. I would think it educational on your process from choosing the title to uploading to KZbin. I say this because I hear "smash that like button and subscribe", which means something to you, but nothing to me, other than I think you're a good guy, educated enough to convey details to me. But, in a time when I am certainly aware you might obtain some sort of recognition from Google or the like, I really don't know how it works, and would like to gain that knowledge. With your presentation style, and your knowledge of the system, I think it might be fruitful for us viewers and likely for you in that we would smash the like button, hopefully to your advantage? Right now, in a subscriber, but I rarely hit like, because it's just another step, keeping me away from tasting a five wine! Just a thought. Thanks for all you do with these videos. I know you're a fellow wine geek, and I know the work you go through to make this happen for all us out here!

[@AttorneySomm]

Thanks very much for watching and the kind feedback! Very glad you enjoy the videos! Yes, I can certainly envision for videos about other top producers as well after Lafite is done. (I have one on Biondi-Santi too). Comments like this help the video get pushed out to more people as does tapping the thumbs up button. Yes a lot goes into picking the videos, titles, thumbnails etc. and editing is the most time consuming. I choose some videos based on potential SEO scores and others because multiple people request them. Cheers!

[@NatashaRaisorGlam]

Another well researched wine video. Thank you for posting.

[@AttorneySomm]

My pleasure! Very glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching and the thoughtful comment! Hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend.

[@coryz6880]

Great comprehensive review 🍷

[@AttorneySomm]

Thank you! Appreciate the kind feedback.

[@ADPLANET99]

We are in agreement. 1995 is not ready. I hope I live long enough to enjoy the case that is sitting in my cellar.

[@AttorneySomm]

Thank you. Yes, unfortunately some of these structured vintages take the patience of a saint.

[@ADPLANET99]

@@AttorneySomm 1995 Lafite last week was drinking well.

[@AttorneySomm]

@@ADPLANET99 Glad to hear it! I had '95 Pichon Baron a few weeks ago and it still had a slight austerity that made me think it still needs another year or two. 95s are very tricky. I've been drinking my 96s first. 96 Mouton was fabulous.

[@stevenholt4936]

I have never drunk a Latour, although I do have an anonymous Pauillac (untasted) that is supposed to be made from Latour vines. I used to organise wine tastings, which were done blind, and on one we had a Lafite from an off year - nobody liked it, including me and I knew what it was. This evening I am enjoying a modest '14 Beaumont. Delicious.

[@AttorneySomm]

Thanks for weighing in! The Pauillac is likely Latour’s third wine. I discuss it and show the label in this video. Sounds like a compelling value from Beaumont!

[@Thegoverner]

Can you do a Bordeaux video that provides us with some drinkable bottles now? And which Bordeaux you have found to be readily drinkable?

[@AttorneySomm]

Thanks for the suggestion! In the meantime, I think most 99s and 01s are in a great place now. For younger vintages, 09 and 12.

[@Bellaellacecilia]

Excellent!!!

[@AttorneySomm]

Thanks Ella! Much appreciated! 🍷🍷

[@TSF1991]

graet video! whats your opinion on 96 latour for current consumption? i had the 2003 Latour a few moths back and while i thought the quality is outsatanding, i thought it needed another decade for it to be in a more seamless, harmonious and refined state.

[@AttorneySomm]

Thank you! I think the 96 Latour is phenomenal and just now in the early stages of a very king drinking window. Highly recommend it and it offers an exceptional experience now.

[@egrainger3258]

I'd be interested to understand the role that Negotiants play in bringing to market unnamed top wines; eg Pauillac Ulysses 2019

[@AttorneySomm]

Thank you! I’ll give that some thought and add to my list of possible topics.

[@emaV8822]

What do you think about latour 2014? I’m think to buy a bottle this year… thks

[@AttorneySomm]

It is an excellent wine. A classic Pauillac. Probably needs at least another 7-8 years, but it is definitely one of the top wines that vintage.

[@emaV8822]

Thks for the answer ❤

[@214steven]

Great video content. Question, Latour 2015 just got released in Canada Ontario for the price of $1530 cad per bottle. Knowing that it is a good vintage, don’t you think the price is too high? Is it worth to purchase for longterm hold and investments? Your insights are appreciated. Thanks

[@AttorneySomm]

Thanks very much! Yes, unfortunately that is terrible pricing; at least relative to the US. I see it here for $700 per bottle. Even adjusting for currency differences, the Canadian price would be $1,100 here. If you can get it for closer to the US price (or better the EU price), this one certainly is a promising wine to hold for the long term. But price is particularly important when you are looking for investment purposes. Cheers!

[@214steven]

@@AttorneySomm thank you

[@kevinma924]

How would you rate the 2016 Latour? And what would you pay for a bottle?

[@kevinma924]

Sorey I mean the 2006

[@AttorneySomm]

@@kevinma924 Looks like it is available for around $500 Euros ex duty and sales tax and for closer to $600 all in. The 06 vintage is not one I would recommend for investment, but for personal consumption this one is an interesting choice because it is far more approachable than the 05. So it is one that you could enjoy without waiting very long. It even shows well now with some extended aeration.

[@dunphymarc]

Hi John i have an opportunity to buy a latour 1989 for a good price. Just wanted your opinion on the 89 many thanks 😊

[@AttorneySomm]

Hello! That is an outstanding bottle! Provided that the storage conditions have been appropriate, you should be extremely happy with that wine! Cheers!

[@dunphymarc]

@@AttorneySomm thank you so much for your prompt response much appreciated. I wasn't sure if 1989 was past its best.

[@AttorneySomm]

@@dunphymarc My pleasure. Latour is a very long-lived wine. The 1990 we opened a while back needed 5-6 hours to start opening up and has another 20 years ahead of it easily. 1989 was a top vintage as well (like 1990). Hope you enjoy it! Cheers!

[@harpstar_vega]

How wonderful!I signed up for the channel😊@harpstar_vega

[@AttorneySomm]

Thanks very much! Greatly appreciated. Cheers my friend!