Thanks to the long involvement of generations of the Kressmann family, and the recognition shown in 1953 by the classification of Graves, the wines of Château LaTour-Martillac feature among the best of Pessac-Léognan. The expansion of the range was drawn up by Tristan and Loïc Kressmann. The second wines appeared at the end of the 1980’s under the label Lagrave-Martillac, followed by the Château Langlet, a magnificent property in the Graves appellation, acquired in 1999.
Lacroix-Martillac comes from selected plots at Château LaTour-Martillac, highlighting the Merlot in the red wines blending.
With each new vintage, the Kressmann family strive to achieve in these wines the best from this true Graves terroir by prioritising a quality yield, in keeping with traditional viticulture practices.
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VARIETALS
60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon
VINTAGE
2016
TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%
APPEARANCE
A rich garnet red with purple reflections.
NOSE
The nose of 2016 Lacroix-Martillac reveals ripe fruit backed by smokey aromas.
PALATE
The palate is rich and fruity with a presence of powerful but rounded tannins. A long fresh finish.
AGEING
12 months in French oak barrel.
PAIRING
It goes well with duck with complex sauce, braised lamb with spices and hard seasoned cheeses.
READINESS FOR DRINKING
Drink now over the next 10 years.
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