2004 Latour, Pauillac orange pith and candied rose

orange pith and candied rose scents are sharpened by a suggestion of spicy white pepper

the structure tightens

mulch-like scents infusing the black fruit

Its lemon-lime acidity is almost puckering

and cassis is readily perceptible

2004 Latour, Pauillac orange pith and candied roseA terrific effort from Administrator Frederic Engerer and owner Francois Pinault, the dark ruby purple tinged 2004 Latour exhibits a strong cassis character intermixed with notes of crushed rocks, earth, cedar, and forest floor. Racy, elegant, but powerful with medium to full body, and sweet tannin, it will benefit from 5 7 years of cellaring, and should keep for three decades. It is a very impressive offering. (RP)